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2010 Map of Mesquite Spring

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Mesquite Spring sits at the heart of this desert landscape in Presidio County, marking a vital water source in an arid expanse defined by deep drainages and canyons. The map follows the international border along the Rio Grande, where the river winds through a dramatic narrows known as The Box. North of the border, the ephemeral Green River and Sand Creek carve paths through the terrain, flanked by numerous topographical features like Eagle Canyon and China Canyon.

Remote water management is evident through ranching infrastructure such as Red Tank and Mud Tank, which punctuate the dry draws of the Chihuahuan Desert. The presence of Catclaw Spring and Wilson Canyon further illustrates the complex hydrologic network that supported life and livestock in this border region during the early 21st century. This survey provides a precise record of the natural landmarks and sparse improvements in one of the most isolated sections of West Texas.