2017 Map of Lucky Lake

About this map

Lucky Lake and Deep Lake sit at the northern edge of this high-plains landscape, where the Chaves County terrain is defined by a series of significant erosional drainages. The topography is marked by deeply incised paths such as Antelope Draw and Thirteenmile Draw, which navigate the subtle elevation shifts of the Permian Basin. This 2017 survey illustrates the intersection of public land survey sections with a sparse but critical road network, including Buchanan Draw Rd and Johnson Draw Rd. The southern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by Twin Butte Canyon, a prominent geological feature that shapes the local drainage patterns. These named draws and canyons reveal the historical water-carved geography of the region, providing essential context for land use and ranching history in southeastern New Mexico.