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2013 Map of Fort Hancock NW

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Fort Hancock NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The arid landscape of Hudspeth and El Paso counties is defined here by the critical water infrastructure supporting the Rio Grande valley's agricultural heritage. Extensive irrigation works, including the Hudspeth Main Canal, Kelly Lateral, and Kelly Drain, create a complex network of channels that stand in contrast to the surrounding desert terrain. These engineered waterways are central to the region’s identity, allowing for managed cultivation in an otherwise dry environment.

Near the southern edge of the survey, Cable Hole Crossing indicates a historic point of transit or utility access, while Sand Ranch serves as a lone named outpost in the more open northern reaches. Small water bodies like the County Line Lakes appear along the drainage paths, marking the transition between county boundaries. The presence of Acala Rd connects this remote landscape to the nearby community of Acala, illustrating the sparse but deliberate layout of roads and ranching sites in the early 21st century.