1943 Map of Bandanna Point

About this map

The ranching landscape of Eddy north of Carlsbad is defined by isolated family outposts and vital water infrastructure at the dawn of the 1940s. While most of the terrain is a complex network of dry draws and arroyos like Rocky Arroyo and Dunnaway Draw, the map reveals a highly developed system of tanks and wells essential for desert livestock operations. Distinctive named landmarks such as The Tepee and Cone Butte provide orientation across the high plains, while the southwestern corner transitions into the protected territory of the Lincoln National Forest.