2010 Map of Valley Wells

About this map

The Nueces River winds through this South Texas landscape, defining a region where water management and ranching shape the terrain. At Valley Wells, the intersection of FM 1019 and FM 1558 serves as a local hub, while the presence of the Good Luck Oil Field to the north points to the area's energy industry. The map reveals a private aviation and ranching infrastructure centered around the Diamond H Ranch, which includes the Diamond H Ranch Airport and an extensive network of local roads like Diamond H Rd. Drainage across the quadrangle is managed by several significant water features, including Appurceon Creek and Sauz Mocho Creek. Human-made improvements are visible at Kone Lake Dam and Chip Briscoe Lake Dam, which regulate the flow of smaller tributaries in this arid environment. The layout of the Diamond H Ranch and its surrounding county roads reflects the large-scale landholdings typical of this portion of Dimmit County.