2020 Map of Humble City NW

About this map

Wardswell Draw meanders through this section of the High Plains, carving a subtle drainage pattern across the arid landscape of Lea County. This 2020 edition from the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a highly organized grid of rural roads and section lines, characteristic of the region's ranching and energy-driven economy. Long straightaways such as Midway Rd and Wilks Rd connect isolated homesteads and industrial sites, including the Double J area. The presence of named tracks like Slick Rd and Marlee suggests a landscape defined by local transit between remote parcels. Topographically, the map reveals the gentle undulations of the Llano Estacado, where minor elevation changes dictate the flow of ephemeral water towards the draw. The network of county roads, including Co Rd 88 and Knowles Rd, provides a clear view of modern land division and access in this corner of southeastern New Mexico.