2019 Map of Black Hills

About this map

Red Black Hills dominate this portion of the high desert in Hudspeth County, where the landscape is defined by the critical infrastructure of ranching. A network of catchment basins, including McGunnegle Tank, Dishpan Tank, and the curiously named Mystery Tank, illustrates the persistent efforts to manage water in this arid environment. The terrain is bisected by several key corridors such as FM 1111, Baylor Rd, and Frederick Rd, which connect these remote holdings. These roads follow the natural contours of the land, navigating around features like Antelope Gulch and Bogus Tank. This map provides a detailed view of contemporary land use in West Texas, showing how modern ranching operations continue to utilize named landmarks and traditional water sources like Jones Tank and Red Tank.