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1956 Map of Antelope Sink

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Antelope Sink
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Antelope Sink and the ephemeral drainage systems of the Pecos Valley characterize this high desert landscape in southeastern New Mexico. The area is defined by a complex network of draws and seasonal water management features essential for ranching in an arid environment. Cattle operations are anchored by sites such as Runyan Ranch and Bunting Ranch, supported by a series of named catchments including Red Tank, Miller Tank, and the somewhat ominously named Coffin Tank.

Surface water is scarce, with Rio Peñasco cutting through the northern portion of the quadrangle while extensive dry washes like Fourmile Draw and Gardner Draw indicate the path of occasional heavy runoff. This 1950s survey provides a detailed look at the infrastructure of the range, from isolated water sources like Williams Well to the specialized Red Tank Draw, illustrating the precarious balance of life and industry in Eddy County.