2012 Map of Capote Falls

About this map

Capote Cr defines the drainage of this arid Presidio County landscape, winding toward the landmark Capote Falls in the northern reaches. The settlement pattern is sparse, centered on the Capote Ranch and the locality of El Macho. Water management is the primary human imprint on the land, evidenced by a network of isolated springs and livestock infrastructure. Vital water sources like Mexican Spring, Adobe Spring, and Nixon Spring are scattered across the terrain, supporting the ranching operations that have long characterized this part of the Trans-Pecos. The map reveals the critical importance of groundwater in this environment, where named windmills serve as essential hubs for the survival of both people and livestock in the Cienega Basin.