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2012 Map of Whitworth Ranch

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Whitworth Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Blanco River meanders across the northern portion of this Texas Hill Country terrain, where traditional ranching roots meet modern private aviation. Large family-held land tracts such as the Whitworth Ranch, Cothrum Ranch, Offer Ranch, and Haag Ranch define the settlement pattern south of the small community at Lindendale. The landscape is dotted with natural water sources, including Wenzel Spring, Delaware Spring, and Carson Spring, which likely served as vital hubs for early settlers and livestock.

A notable shift toward specialized transport is evident in the presence of the Headwaters Airport and Diamond K Ranch Airport, reflecting the era's transition toward remote accessibility. Natural landmarks like the Bust Buttes, Wolf Mtn, and Meta Mtn provide significant vertical relief against the creek networks of W Sister Cr and E Sister Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates a sparsely populated region where the historical ranching economy continues to shape the road network and land divisions.