2023 Map of Cornucopia Ranch SE

About this map

The arid landscape of Otero County is defined by a network of ephemeral drainages and water management features essential for ranching in this high-desert environment. Drainage systems such as Lucky Draw and Cornucopia Draw slice through the terrain, indicating the natural flow of seasonal runoff. This modern survey reflects the infrastructure of livestock management, where human-made reservoirs like Double Tank, Rock Tank, and West Tanks are strategically placed across the landscape to capture and hold water. The network of local roads, including Co RD e038 and Co RD e029, provides the primary access through these townships, connecting remote grazing lands. Personal history is etched into the landscape at Jack Smith Draw, a named feature that suggests the legacy of individual figures who once worked or settled this part of New Mexico.