2016 Map of Fort Hancock NW

About this map

The Rio Grande defines the international boundary between the United States of America and Estados Unidos Mexicanos in this desert region along the El Paso and Hudspeth county line. The landscape is shaped by an intricate irrigation system designed to manage water in this arid environment, featuring the Hudspeth Main Canal, Kelly Lateral, and Kelly Drain. These man-made watercourses support agricultural activity near the river, contrasting with the high desert terrain that rises to the north. Transportation routes such as Alameda Ave and Acala Rd provide local access through the river valley, while the presence of the County Line Lakes marks a distinct hydrological feature near the jurisdictional divide. This 2016 survey highlights the ongoing importance of water management infrastructure in sustaining the borderlands.