2022 Map of Capote Falls

About this map

Capote Falls marks a significant vertical break in the high desert terrain of Presidio County, where the seasonal flow of Capote Cr cuts through the escarpment. This 2022 survey documents a landscape defined by critical water sources in an otherwise arid environment, including Mexican Spring and Nixon Spring. The topographical detail captures the complex drainage systems of Arroyo Palo Blanco and Arroyo Tinaja Blanca, which channel runoff from the surrounding high ground toward the Cienega Basin. The prominence of El Macho stands as a primary landmark in this sparsely settled region. For researchers and geologists, the map provides a precise contemporary record of these vital springs and the hydrologic network of Cat Cr before they are influenced by shifting climate patterns.