2017 Map of Bassett Lake

About this map

The New Mexico-Texas state line defines the southern edge of this arid landscape, where the Chihuahuan Desert environment is shaped by essential water management features. Bassett Lake serves as a central landmark in a terrain otherwise dotted with specialized catchment systems. These man-made features, including Camaleche Tanks and Whittaker Tank, illustrate the critical infrastructure required for ranching and survival in this borderland. The network of local county roads, such as Co RD f001 and Co RD f004, connects isolated points like Charley Tank and Escondido Tank, revealing how the land was navigated and utilized in the early 21st century. This map documents a sparsely populated but carefully managed region where every named water source represents a vital node in the local ecology.