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1989 Map of Flying H NW

Name: 1989 Topographic Map of Flying H NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Twin Butte Canyon and Monument Canyon dominate this high-desert landscape in the late 1980s, revealing a terrain defined by its complex drainage systems and water scarcity. This part of New Mexico, situated along the boundary between Lincoln County and Chaves County, showcases a traditional ranching infrastructure where water sources are the primary named landmarks. Essential wells such as Sulphur Well, Middle Well, and Cedar Hill Well are scattered throughout the draws, serving as vital anchor points for land management.

The presence of the Shack Tank and a small Gravel Pit indicates modest human interventions in an otherwise sparsely populated environment. Geologically, the area is carved by several distinct watercourses, including Chivo Canyon, Pine Tree Canyon, and the winding paths of Crooked Creek and Crooked Canyon. This map provides a detailed view of the natural topography and the sparse, resource-driven settlement patterns that characterize this high-elevation region.