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2019 Map of Black Mountains NW

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Black Mountains NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Laguna sits as a central basin in this arid Hudspeth County landscape, collecting drainage from the surrounding high desert terrain. The drainage patterns are dominated by deeply carved features such as Eightmile Draw and Antelope Draw, which converge toward the central flats. These natural conduits for seasonal runoff are complemented by human-made water management features like Grable Tank and Black Mountain Tank, essential infrastructure for ranching and land management in this dry region of West Texas.

Transportation through this isolated area is defined by the northern corridor of Hector Aguilar Rd and the primary highway route of 62 180. The map illustrates a landscape of high-elevation plateaus and steep ravines like Antelope Gulch, where topography dictates the flow of water and the placement of roads. The distribution of tanks and the naming of specific draws provide insight into how this territory has been navigated and utilized for decades.