2016 Map of Babb Canyon

About this map

Diablo Rim forms a striking geographic edge across this section of Hudspeth County, where the high desert terrain drops toward Babb Canyon. The landscape is defined by its arid necessity, marked by a network of water collection points named for local families and landmarks, such as Kuykendall Tank, Patterson Tank, and Owens Tank. These features indicate the long-standing ranching history of the region, where water management dictated the use of the land. High points like South Mesa and Little Flattop Mtn provide significant vertical relief, while Big Tank Rd serves as one of the few named navigational routes through the area. Other isolated water sources like McAdoo Tank and 9 Section Tank are scattered across the flats, reflecting a pattern of survival and livestock management in the West Texas environment.