2016 Map of Wolcott Ranch

About this map

McKenzie Draw and Mustang Draw shape the topography of this corner of the Permian Basin, where intermittent drainage patterns define the semi-arid landscape. The survey captures the rural character of the high plains, dominated by expansive ranching operations such as the Wolcott Ranch in the eastern portion of the quadrangle. A network of county roads, including Co Rd 5000 and Co Rd 4800, provides the primary infrastructure for the region's agricultural and energy-related activities. The presence of N Lake represents one of the few named water features in an area otherwise characterized by ephemeral draws and dry basins. This 2016 record from the U.S. Geological Survey documents the modern footprint of Martin County, reflecting the sparse but deliberate human imprint on the West Texas terrain.