2016 Map of Cerro Orona

About this map

The Chinati Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Presidio County, defined by a complex network of arroyos and vital water sources. Cerro Orona stands as a prominent topographical landmark, while the terrain is carved by drainages such as Arroyo Borracho and Pelillos Arroyo. The distribution of springs, including Ojo Canoa Jesusita Spring, Simon Gon Spring, and La Cienaga Springs, suggests a landscape where water points were essential for ranching and survival in the Trans-Pecos. Man-made catchments like Cement Tank, Middle Tank, and Back Tank further illustrate the infrastructure required to manage livestock in this arid environment. These water-dependent features, alongside named canyons like Canon Tinaja Prieta, reveal a history of land use tied to specific reliable desert hydrology. The southern reaches are defined by Las Corrientes Cr and Spencer Cr, which gather the runoff from the high peaks of the Chinatis.