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2010 Map of Big Hill

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Big Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Cottonwood Creek meanders through this arid landscape of Reeves County, serving as the primary drainage for a region defined by ranching infrastructure and subtle topographic shifts. Named hills like Big Hill and Johnson Hill rise above the surrounding terrain, providing visibility across the expansive scrubland. The map documents an intricate network of water management features essential for livestock, including Kemp Tank, Division Tank, and Langham Tank.

Remote ranching life is evidenced by several named windmills scattered along the county road system, such as the evocative High Lonesome Windmill and the Old Ranch Windmill. A series of secondary roads, including Co RD 232 and Co RD 230, connect these isolated outposts. To the south, the landscape transitions toward China Draw, illustrating the hydrological patterns of the Trans-Pecos region during the early 21st century.