2010 Map of Elsie Canyon

About this map

Salt Creek winds through this arid drainage system in Chaves County, anchoring a landscape defined by ranching life and seasonal water sources. The map records the essential infrastructure of the American Southwest at the turn of the 21st century, where the Salt Creek Ranch and Porter Ranch serve as primary human outposts amidst a network of intricate drainages. The terrain is marked by significant topographical features such as Elsie Canyon, Catclaw Canyon, and Blackwater Canyon, while Antelope Lake and Chimney Lake provide rare catchments in an otherwise thirsty environment. Transport is facilitated by graded paths including County Rd-A048 and Draper Rd, which connect these isolated holdings. Strategic landmarks like the Sand Windmill highlight the ongoing importance of water management for livestock in this high-desert setting.