2023 Map of U Bar Ridge

About this map

Big Hatchet Mountains and the prominent U Bar Ridge dominate this corner of Hidalgo County, where the high desert terrain meets the eastern edge of the Playas Valley. The map documents a sparse landscape defined by water sources and industrial exploration, such as the Humble Oil and Refining Number 1 site in the southern section. This industrial marker provides a rare point of reference in an area otherwise characterized by natural landmarks and basic rural infrastructure. To the northwest, the Las Cienegas Spring and Big Tank highlight the critical role of water management in this arid environment. A network of county routes, including Co RD c010 and Co RD c013, suggests the continued use of this land for ranching and resource management as it appeared in recent years.