2016 Map of Zella

About this map

The settlement of Zella sits as a primary point of reference along the boundary of La Salle and McMullen counties in this modern topographic survey. The landscape is defined by the ranching economy and the water systems that support it, with larger family-named holdings like the Franklin Ranch occupying significant acreage. Water management is evident through man-made reservoirs such as James Donnell Lake Number 1 and Esperanza Ranch Lake Number 4, which supplement the natural drainage of Esperanza Cr and Rawhide Cr. The infrastructure is characterized by a network of rural roads, including Natus Rd and Prince Rd, that facilitate movement across this South Texas brush country. This map offers a clear view of the contemporary rural parceling and drainage patterns in a region where water sources and named ranch properties remain the primary landmarks.