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2013 Map of Clements Ranch

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Clements Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Rio Felix winds through the high desert landscape of this territory along the border of Otero and Chaves counties. The mapping of the region emphasizes the vital importance of water management for livestock and ranching, evidenced by the numerous named water sources dispersed throughout the canyon systems. Deep drainages such as Lincoln Canyon and Whitetail Canyon define the northern terrain, while the namesake Clements Ranch occupies the northeastern corner of the quadrangle.

Remote ranching infrastructure is the primary human footprint here, connected by primitive routes like Picacho Canyon Rd and Indian Canyon Rd. Researchers can identify specific family-named and geographic landmarks such as Panther Well, Janes Well, and Pendergrass Well, which supported activity near the Pendergrass Canyon area. The presence of Tank Number 4 and Little Felix Tank further illustrates the methods used to capture seasonal runoff in this arid environment before it reaches Felix Canyon.