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2012 Map of Long Point

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Long Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

South Camp sits within the high desert landscape of Culberson County, marking a localized point of human activity in this arid terrain. The landscape is defined by drainage networks and water management features essential for ranching and survival, including the Force Windmill and Rock Tank Windmill. Significant topographic relief is evident at Long Point, where the land drops away into the surrounding plains.

Water storage is critical here, shown through various reservoirs like Little Piñon Tank, End Tank, and Deep Tank. These tanks and wells are situated near natural drainage features such as Cottonwood Canyon, Piñon Canyon, and North Rock Draw, which channel seasonal runoff through the basin. The map reveals the infrastructure of an environment where water sources dictate the placement of outposts and transportation routes.