2013 Map of Lake McMillan South

About this map

The Pecos River corridor defines this arid stretch of Eddy County, serving as the lifeblood for a series of reservoirs and ranching operations. The waterway connects Lake McMillan in the north to the larger Brantley Lake, a landscape significantly altered by 21st-century water management. Scattered across the high desert terrain are established family holdings such as Fanning Ranch and Greenwood Ranch, illustrating the persistent ranching culture of the Pecos Valley. Topographic features like Dagger Draw, Soapberry Draw, and Spencer Draw reveal the drainage patterns that feed the river system during seasonal rains. Further south, the map captures the northern reach of Lake Avalon and the notable Adams Bend, providing a clear picture of the hydraulic infrastructure and land use patterns of the early 2010s.