2010 Map of Mesquite Lake

About this map

Mesquite Lake and its accompanying Mesquite Tank anchor this high desert landscape in Luna County, where the infrastructure of ranching defines the terrain. The map reveals a network of water management features essential for livestock in this arid environment, including White Lakes Tank, Perry Tank, and Twin Tanks. These catchment points, along with the Triangle Windmill and Ramon Windmill, illustrate the persistent human effort to sustain agricultural life in southern New Mexico. Beyond these water and wind-powered landmarks, the area is crossed by local routes like County Rd-B003, which connects these remote outposts. This 2010 survey provides a clear view of the ranching grid and the specific sites where water is drawn or stored in an otherwise sparse landscape.