2010 Map of Cistern Draw

About this map

Arroyo del Macho winds across this arid New Mexico landscape, serving as a primary drainage for a region defined by its complex network of seasonal watercourses. This survey records a transitional terrain where broader channels like Cistern Draw and Hackberry Draw intersect with more incised features such as Hasperos Canyon. The map reveals a land structured by water movement and rural access, with local roads following the natural contours of the arroyos. The convergence of Middle Arroyo and other minor tributaries illustrates the intricate hydrology of Lincoln County, providing a clear record of the area's physical geography before modern land-use changes or further infrastructure development altered the natural drainage patterns of South Canyon.