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1984 Map of Babb Canyon, 1985 Print
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1984 Map of Babb Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Sierra Diablo Rim dominates this high-altitude corner of West Texas, creating a dramatic geographic boundary across the landscape. The terrain is characterized by steep escarpments and elevated plateaus, most notably Flattop Mountain and the adjacent Little South Mesa. In this arid environment, the survival of ranching operations is evidenced by a network of water collection points bearing local names, such as Kuykendall Tank, Patterson Tank, and Mc Adoo Tank. These features, along with Babb Canyon, illustrate how the natural topography dictates the movement and placement of infrastructure. The presence of a small Gravel Pit and various unimproved trails suggests a region focused on resource extraction and seasonal grazing rather than permanent settlement, providing a detailed look at the rural land management practices of Hudspeth County in the early 1980s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1984
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain