2004 Map of Jacob Spring

About this map

Lincoln National Forest land dominates the lower half of this landscape, where the northern slopes of the Capitan Mountains meet high-desert ranching country. The terrain is defined by a series of north-trending drainage systems, including Patos Creek and Carrizo Creek, which cut through broad flats like Texas Park. Cattle ranching history is etched into the map through numerous named stock watering points such as Ten Dollar Tank, Blind Tank, and Bear Tank, supporting operations at Leslie Ranch, Lacey Ranch, and Waddell Ranch. Evidence of earlier resource extraction is noted at the Iron Mine Tank near the southern boundary. To the north, Patos Road and Bogle Road provide the primary transit through the canyons, while the eponymous Jacob Spring sits nestled near the intersection of several deep ravines.