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2017 Map of Martha Creek

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Martha Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Indian Basin and the northeastern foothills of the Guadalupe Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in New Mexico. The terrain is characterized by a series of dramatic canyon systems and high points, including Azotea Mesa and Rizado Point. Water management in this arid environment is evidenced by features like Weld Tank and the seasonal drainages of Martha Creek and Rocky Arroyo.

The landscape is marked by numerous draws such as Stinking Draw and Deadman Draw, which carve through the Seven Rivers Hills. Transportation is limited to a network of local routes like Marathon Rd and White Pine Rd, reflecting the ranching and resource-extraction character of Eddy County. Distinctive landforms like The Tepee and Cone Butte provide significant navigational markers for surveyors and locals alike.