2010 Map of El Cuervo Butte

About this map

El Cuervo Butte stands as the primary landmark in this high-desert portion of Torrance County, New Mexico. The landscape is defined by a sparse settlement pattern characteristic of the region, anchored by the Chavez Ranch and the small communities of El Cuervo and Osita. Arid drainage features, or draws, such as Chavez Draw, Porcupine Draw, and Cupido Draw, dominate the topography, illustrating the complex seasonal hydrology of the area. Water management is evident through scattered stock tanks and small basins like Rock Lake, Dinosaur Tank, and Twin Lakes, which supported ranching operations in the early 21st century. The presence of Frontage Rd running parallel to the interstate corridor at the southern edge highlights the area's modern transportation infrastructure while local routes like County Rd C124 provide access to the interior ranch lands.