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2010 Map of Martin Draw

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Martin Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Canadian River cuts through the northwest corner of this high plains landscape, defined by dramatic terrain breaks such as Rana Canyon and Rana Arroyo. This region of Quay County is characterized by its reliance on subterranean water, evidenced by a network of named landmarks including Smithers Windmill, Sissy Windmill, and Rats Windmill. These features serve as vital markers across a ranching environment where the Howdy Ranch and the localized Rain Place represent the sparse human footprint.

Transport and movement across the area are dictated by natural passages such as Stagecoach Gap and Texas Gap, which likely influenced the historical routing of paths eventually formalized by Quay Rd E. The map traces the winding course of Martin Draw as it meanders through the central section, while Trujillo Creek drains the southeastern reaches, illustrating the drainage patterns that define this part of the New Mexico-Texas borderlands.