2023 Map of East Lake

About this map

The arid landscape of Lea County, New Mexico, is defined by its grid of range and township boundaries and a sparse network of county roads. The terrain is marked by numerous depressions and closed basins, characteristic of the High Plains geology of the region. Transportation across these sections relies on routes such as Teague Switch Rd and Co Rd 11, which navigate a surface dotted with numerous small, unnamed intermittent water features and natural sinks. The presence of Deep Wells Rd in the southeastern corner suggests the historical and ongoing importance of groundwater access for ranching and industry in this portion of the Permian Basin. This survey captures the region's characteristic isolation and the systematic division of public lands into townships including t23s r36e and t22s r35e.