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2022 Map of Molesworth Mesa North

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Molesworth Mesa North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Molesworth Mesa anchors the southwest corner of this arid landscape in Hudspeth County, where the topography is defined by seasonal water management and the natural drainage of the Trans-Pecos. The map reveals a network of earthen tanks, such as Double Tank, Snake Tank, and Washburn Tank, which are essential for livestock in this high-desert environment. These features, along with The Lake, illustrate the vital role of water catchment in supporting ranching operations in a region lacking permanent streams.

Transportation through this isolated section of West Texas is primarily limited to 62 180, which cuts a straight path across the desert floor. Branching off the highway, the primitive Stewart Ranch Rd provides the only named access into the interior. The drainage patterns of Hitson Draw, University Draw, and Buck Horn Draw highlight the erosional forces that have shaped the mesa's surroundings, offering a clear view of the land's character before modern development.