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2017 Map of Deadman Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Deadman Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Deadman Lake and the surrounding drainage basins define this arid high-desert landscape where three New Mexico counties — Otero, Lincoln, and Chaves — meet. This territory is characterized by a network of seasonal water bodies and livestock improvements such as Spur Tank and Washpan Tank, indicating the importance of water management in a region defined by rugged terrain and ranching operations. The topography is deeply carved by a series of drainages including Deadman Canyon, Yellow Canyon, and Casey Canyon, which descend toward lower elevations.

Transportation through this section of the state is facilitated by tribal and local routes like Indian Svc Rte 31 and Picacho Rd. The map documents a sparsely populated but geographically distinct area where large ranches and seasonal lakes like Circle Diamond Lake and Big Flying H Lake are the primary landmarks. These features provide a clear picture of the land-use patterns and hydrological network in south-central New Mexico during the early 21st century.