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2022 Map of Burro Canyon

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Burro Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Delaware Mountains dominate this Culberson County landscape, where deep incisions like Burro Canyon and Cox Canyon reveal the complex drainage patterns of West Texas. Water management is central to the area's geography, evidenced by a series of catchment features such as Twin Tanks, Nester Tank, and Middle Tank situated along the lower elevations and drainages. These points reflect the essential infrastructure required for ranching and survival in an arid environment.

Transportation through the terrain follows established paths like Roberto Rd and Stone Rd, which skirt the bases of high points including Cooky Hat Point and the distinctive Janes Window. The naming conventions found here, from No Mans Canyon to Bitter Well Canyon, speak to the isolated and demanding nature of the land. This survey provides a clear view of how topographical landmarks and limited water sources dictate the placement of human routes and resources.