2012 Map of West Brownsville

About this map

The Rio Grande snakes through a series of dramatic meanders along the international border, creating a complex landscape of river bends such as Cantu Bend, Rock Bend, and Champion Bend. This 2012 survey illustrates how the hydrology of the region is managed through the Los Fresnos Canal and significant reservoirs like the Resaca de La Palma Reservoir. The map documents a unique geopolitical arrangement where numerous "bancos"—river-cut parcels of land—are identified by name and number, including Guerra Banco Number 119 and Matamoros Banco Number 121. Residential development is concentrated in areas like San Pedro and Villa Nueva, while the International Bridge and Old City Cem serve as vital community landmarks at the southern edge of the quadrangle.