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2010 Map of Hermanas NW

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Hermanas NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Cox Ranch sits as a primary center of activity in this arid reach of Luna County, where the survival of cattle and commerce depends entirely on water management. The landscape is defined by a sophisticated network of ephemeral drainage systems like Suckerville Draw and Horse Draw, leading to man-made catchment features such as Miller-Gibson Dam Number 3 and Art Tank. These structural improvements reveal the intensive ranching infrastructure required in the Chihuahuan Desert, where every named draw represents a critical watershed for local livestock operations.

Transportation through the quadrangle follows historical routes, notably Hermanas Grade Rd Sw and County Rd C002, which connect the remote ranching outposts. The prevalence of family-named landmarks like Terry Windmill and Ruckman Windmill highlights the enduring presence of local landholders. These windmills, alongside tanks such as Frijole Tank, serve as vital landmarks for navigators and historians tracing the development of water rights and land use in southern New Mexico.