2020 Map of Buckeye NE

About this map

The high plains of Lea County are defined here by the geometric precision of the Public Land Survey System, where township and range lines like t15s r34e and t16s r34e organize a vast landscape of ranching and resource extraction. The T C H Ranch serves as a central landmark in this portion of the Permian Basin, where the sparse surface features reflect the arid climate and the necessity of expansive landholdings. A network of county roads and private lanes, including Williams Rd and Elliot Rd, provides access to remote sections and local infrastructure. The presence of numerous small water bodies and depressions scattered across the landscape suggests the complex hydrology of this region, which remains essential for livestock and the energy industry. This 2020 survey documents the modern layout of these high-desert plains, illustrating how early surveying divisions continue to dictate the placement of local thoroughfares such as Co Rd 117 and Co Rd 119.