2017 Map of Mescalero Point

About this map

Mescalero Point defines the dramatic geological shift in this portion of the Llano Estacado, where the High Plains drop away along a sharp escarpment. Located along the boundary of Chaves and Lea Counties, the landscape is characterized by sparse water sources such as Red Tank and Graham Spring, which were vital for ranching and survival in this arid environment. The map captures the geometric grid of the Public Land Survey System, specifically within Township 11 and 12 South, intersected by a limited network of remote roads including Tower Rd and Twin Tower Rd. This survey reflects the 21st-century state of a region largely dedicated to rangeland and the infrastructure of the Permian Basin, where the stark contrast between the flat plateau and the breaking caprock remains the dominant physical feature.