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1956 Map of Thomas Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1975

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Palo Duro Canyon dominates the southwestern quadrant of this Randall County landscape, revealing a complex network of erosional features where the Red River has carved into the high plains. The map records a distinct pattern of large-scale land ownership in the mid-1950s, identifying numerous family-named agricultural operations including Smoot Ranch, Thomas Ranch, and Sorelle Ranch. These holdings are concentrated on the flatter tablelands, while the canyon breaks are defined by intricate drainage systems such as Windmill Draw, Chalk Hollow, and Dugout Draw. Evidence of regional utility development is present in the form of a major Pipeline cutting across the northern reaches, while more traditional water sources like Deep Spring and Spring Branch reflect the essential nature of water rights in this semi-arid Texas environment. For the historian, the 1960s and 70s purple revisions indicate subtle changes to the road network and ranch boundaries since the original field check.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain