2010 Map of El Muerto Peak

About this map

El Muerto Peak dominates this high-desert landscape in Jeff Davis County, surrounded by a network of drainage systems and isolated ranching infrastructure. The presence of water sources like El Muerto Spring and seasonal features such as Red Slough and Moore Slough underscores the essential role of hydrology in this arid environment. Ranching operations are marked by scattered outposts including Moore Ranch and the aptly named Lonely Lee, while a series of functional landmarks like Geronimo Windmills, Old House Windmill, and Cracker Jack Windmill illustrate the methods used to sustain livestock across the scrubland. The terrain is characterized by named peaks and mountains, including Sheep Camp Mountain, Baldy Mountain, and Brushy Mountain, providing a detailed look at the topographic character of this part of the Trans-Pecos region.