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1936 Map of West Brownsville

USGS Topo · Published 1945

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The Rio Grande snakes along the international border in this mid-1930s survey, defining a landscape of complex hydrological engineering and traditional cattle ranching. The river's meandering path has left behind numerous oxbow lakes, known locally as resacas, including the prominent Resaca de la Palma. These natural features are interspersed with an extensive irrigation network featuring the Main Canal, numerous pumping stations, and a dedicated Floodway designed to manage the unpredictable South Texas waters.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1936
Date Published1945
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17.3 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain