2016 Map of Holloway Canyon

About this map

Holloway Canyon and Rock Canyon carve through the high plains of Borden County, defining a landscape of deep drainage and livestock water management. This area of West Texas is marked by a complex network of ephemeral waterways including Mesquite Cr, Grape Cr, and Salt Cr. Human adaptation to this arid environment is evident in the strategic placement of stock ponds and reservoirs such as Johnson Tank, County Tank, and Coleman Lake. The map illustrates a transition from the level plateau surface, accessed by roads like FM 1054 and Muleshoe Rd, to the more broken terrain of the West Draw. This geography reflects the traditional ranching heritage of the region, where the natural canyons provided shelter and concentrated seasonal water sources for cattle.