1983 Map of Elephant Mountain

About this map

Elephant Mountain dominates this Brewster County landscape, rising sharply above the surrounding high desert terrain. The drainage of Calamity Creek serves as a central artery through the quadrangle, flanked by the massive elevated plateaus of Nevill Mesa and Crossen Mesa. This 1980s-era survey reveals a network of jeep trails and isolated ranching infrastructure, such as the Corral and various Springs, that define the remote character of the Trans-Pecos. Along the primary road, a Roadside Park and several Bench Marks, including BM 4323, offer fixed points for travelers moving through the wide-open expanse between the mesas. Water sources like Sheep Creek and Ash Creek highlight the vital, sparse hydrology that dictated land use in this arid region, where high-elevation landmarks like the Radio Tower and Nevil peak provide essential orientation.