2022 Map of Tovrea Ranch

About this map

Rita Blanca National Grassland dominates the northern reaches of this landscape in the Texas Panhandle. This portion of Dallam County is characterized by the winding path of Rita Blanca Cr, which cuts through the high plains terrain. The map illustrates a primarily open ranching landscape, where ephemeral water sources and subtle topographic shifts define the character of the land. Historically, this area represents the restoration of the Dust Bowl-era plains, where the federal government consolidated lands to stabilize the soil and preserve the shortgrass prairie. The scarcity of named settlements highlights the vast, unpopulated nature of the high plains, where the primary landmarks are natural drainage features and the boundaries of the national grassland itself.