1962 Map of Eightmile Draw

About this map

The Pecos River carves a green corridor through the arid landscapes of eastern New Mexico, defining the character of this ranching region. Extensive pastoral operations are anchored by family-named properties like the John White Ranch, C L White Ranch, and Crawford Ranch, reflecting the scattered settlement patterns of the mid-20th century. To the south, the northern edge of the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge appears near Milner Lake, while the elevation rises toward the prominent ridge of Railroad Mountain in the southeast.