2013 Map of Foster Ranch

About this map

Knowles Place and Foster Ranch serve as central landmarks in this high-desert landscape of Eddy County, where ranching heritage is etched into the terrain. The map details a complex network of seasonal drainage and water management essential for livestock, including Middle Seven Rivers, South Seven Rivers, and isolated water sources like Horner Tank and Round Tank. Evidence of early settlement persists through sites like the Rock House and the McDonald Cem, while industrial or agricultural activity is noted at the Black Muley Mill. The topography is defined by the broad Sinkhole Flat and the rising Seven Rivers Hills, cut through by rugged features such as Box Canyon and the curiously named Stinking Draw. This survey provides a clear look at the rural road network, including Rock Daisy Rd and Picket Rd, which connect these isolated homesteads.