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1972 Map of Wallace Draw

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Wallace Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Middle Concho River winds through the southern portion of this Irion County landscape, providing a critical water source in a region defined by its intermittent drainage patterns. The map detail shows the convergence of several significant landforms, including the prominent Wallace Draw and the seasonally dry bed of Dry Creek. Settlement in this era is centered on the expansive Sugg Ranch, reflecting the large-scale ranching operations that have long anchored the local economy.

Industrial activity is evidenced by infrastructure supporting resource extraction and utility transport, such as a Pumping Sta and a network of pipelines crossing the river valley. Numerous Gravel Pits and a Drill Hole point to the area's geological utility, while scattered landmarks like a lone Well highlight the vital importance of groundwater in the high plains of West Texas. This 1970s survey, with updates from the mid-1980s, captures the balance between traditional livestock ranching and modern energy infrastructure.