2010 Map of Boracho Peak

About this map

Boracho Peak rises above a landscape defined by an intricate network of desert drainages and seasonal water sources in Culberson County. The area’s reliance on water is etched into the map through features like Indian Waterhole Draw and the Boracho Windmill, reflecting the ranching infrastructure necessary to survive this arid environment. The terrain is marked by distinctive elevations such as Gap Mountain, Flat Mesa, and Red Hill, while the southern reaches are carved by steep features including Deadman Canyon and Right Hand Canyon. Human activity is primarily limited to essential routes like Moon Rd and Taylor Rd, which navigate between the draws and canyons. This survey documents the persistent connection between the high-desert topography and the critical management of water, where even small features like Joes Spring served as vital landmarks for those traversing the Trans-Pecos region.