2010 Map of Last Chance Mesa

About this map

Last Chance Mesa anchors this landscape in Jeff Davis County, defined by a network of drainage systems and isolated water catchments essential for ranching in the high desert. The topographical relief is dominated by the steep incisions of Hatch Canyon to the north and the expansive Musquiz Canyon to the south. Water management is the primary human footprint visible on the terrain, represented by several named catchments including Duck Tank, Amistad Tank, and Herradura Tank. These features, along with the Musquiz Creek and Alpine Creek drainages, trace the natural flow of the land toward the southern basins. The sparse road network suggests a region primarily dedicated to large-scale livestock operations, where named landmarks like Big Rock Tank and Number Ten Tank serve as critical navigational points across the arid flats.