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2016 Map of Valentine West

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Valentine West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Valentine stands at the eastern edge of this Far West Texas landscape, where the high desert terrain of Jeff Davis and Presidio counties meets. The settlement serves as a focal point along the transportation corridor defined by N Main St and California Ave, illustrating the sparse but deliberate layout of ranching hubs in the region. The map captures a complex drainage system characterized by ephemeral watercourses like Wild Horse Cr and Tally Slough, which have carved significant landmarks into the earth.

Local ranching history is etched into the road network, with routes such as Chilicote Ranch Rd, Nancy Ann Ranch Rd, and Miller Ranch Rd providing access to remote sections of the high plateau. Topographical features like Sitter Canyon, Walnut Draw, and Knox Draw further define the land, showing how natural erosional patterns dictate the movement and settlement within this arid environment near the county line.