2012 Map of Tucker Hill

About this map

Tucker Hill and Hayter Hill dominate this arid West Texas landscape in Pecos County, where the necessity of water management is the primary marker of human presence. This 2012 survey reveals a sparse network of ranching infrastructure defined by family and location-named landmarks. The map is notably dotted with several named windmills, such as Metzger Windmill, Riggs Windmill, and Estate Windmill, each serving as a vital node in the local cattle economy. Transport and movement across this open expanse are channeled through the corridor of Ih 10, which cuts horizontally across the sheet. Surface water is intermittent at best, represented by the ephemeral channels of Schoolhouse Draw and Hackberry Draw. The layout of local roads like Mendel Rd and Hovey Rd reflects the large-scale land divisions and remote ranch access points typical of the region.