2010 Map of Caprock

About this map

The Caprock Post Office serves as the focal point for this high-plains landscape, where the flat terrain of the Llano Estacado meets the cultural history of the Mescalero Sands Archaeological District. This region is defined by its deep reliance on water infrastructure and petroleum extraction, evidenced by the numerous named water sources scattered across the range, including the Section Windmill, Field Windmill, and Church Pasture Windmill. The industrial footprint of the Mescalero Oil Field contrasts with the natural topography of Polecat Canyon, which cuts through the southwestern portion of the map. A network of rural routes, such as Hedgecoke Rd and County Rd-156, connects remote ranching operations like the Caprock Ranch to the primary settlements, illustrating the sparse but vital transport system of this arid environment.