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2010 Map of Cub Mountain

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Cub Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Malpais dominates the northwestern corner of this Lincoln County landscape, marking a volcanic terrain that transitions into the complex drainage networks of south-central New Mexico. The area is defined by its water-management features, essential for sustaining life in this arid region, with numerous scattered landmarks such as Lower Windmill and Ham Windmill. These points of infrastructure follow the natural contours of the land, branching out from topographic high points like Cub Mountain and the Polly Hills.

Ephemeral watercourses including Harkey Draw and Willow Draw carve through the basin, leading toward deeper incisions like Rim Rock Canyon and Sanders Canyon. The map reveals a legacy of ranching and land use, where named springs such as Willow Springs and Rattlesnake Spring served as vital anchors for early settlement and stock raising. The presence of features like The Hogback and Bull Gap Canyon further illustrates the geological diversity found along this high-desert plateau.