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2013 Map of Martin Draw

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Martin Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Canadian River waters wind through the northern reaches of this high plains landscape, carving the deep Rana Canyon and creating a stark topography alongside Martin Draw. This survey captures the pastoral and remote character of Quay County during the early 21st century, where human activity is defined by a sparse network of ranching infrastructure and local roads like Quay Road E. Small settlements such as Rain Place and Howdy Ranch sit within a wide grid of township lines, illustrating the persistence of rural life in this arid region.

Water security is the primary theme of the terrain, evidenced by a dense distribution of named windmills. From the Buffalo Windmill near the northern border to the Ship Windmill in the west, these features underscore the necessity of groundwater for the region's livestock. Natural landmarks such as Stagecoach Gap and Texas Gap highlight the traditional passage points used to navigate the breaks and draws that separate the New Mexico and Texas borderlands.