2023 Map of Holt Tank

About this map

Holt Tank serves as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape situated along the border of Chaves and Eddy counties. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems, including Bullis Canyon, Walnut Draw, and the winding Crooked Canyon. These natural features dictate the path of local ranch roads and trails that traverse the sections of T18S and T19S. A sparse but functional transportation network, consisting of routes like Russel Gap Rd and Bronc Rd, provides access across the arid plains and through the gaps. The distribution of these water features and access roads suggests a landscape shaped by livestock management and the fundamental search for water in the New Mexico interior, captured here in its contemporary state.