2010 Map of Deadman Lake

About this map

Joyce Ranch stands as a primary point of human activity in this arid landscape of eastern New Mexico, where the management of water is the defining characteristic of the terrain. The presence of numerous named catchments and basins such as Deadman Lake, Circle Diamond Lake, and Washpan Tank highlights the vital infrastructure required for ranching operations. The topography is etched by a series of drainage systems, most notably the winding paths of Maverick Canyon, Deadman Canyon, and Whitetail Canyon, which dictate the movement of both livestock and vehicles across the territory.