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2013 Map of Cow Springs Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The historical Butterfield Trl cuts across this high-desert landscape, following a path through the northern reaches of the Chihuahuan Desert. This route, established for mail and passenger travel in the mid-19th century, remains a visible part of the regional geography as it crosses the border between Grant County and Luna County. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent drainage systems and high points, including Cow Springs Mountain and Bear Grass Hill.

Water management is a central feature of the area, evidenced by numerous tanks such as Hogback Tank, Rattlesnake Tank, and Thorne Hay Draw Tank. These catchment systems were vital for ranching operations in a region where seasonal flows like Walnut Creek and Cow Springs Draw provide the primary natural drainage. The map also documents named canyons and draws like White Rock Canyon and Oak Canyon, detailing the topographical complexity of this Southwestern borderland.