2019 Map of Molesworth Mesa South

About this map

Molesworth Mesa dominates this West Texas landscape in Hudspeth County, illustrating the arid drainage patterns of the Trans-Pecos region. The terrain is defined by significant natural depressions and water catchments, including the Number Nine Draw and the long course of Antelope Draw. Because water is the primary limiting factor for land use in this high-desert environment, the map specifically identifies vital catchment features like Drag Tank, Hobo Tank, and the Antelope Tanks. These small, localized water sources often dictated the movement of livestock and people in a region otherwise characterized by vast stretches of open land and sparse infrastructure. The single prominent arterial route, Pipeline Rd, cuts across the high ground, reflecting the industrial utility that connects these isolated ranchlands to wider energy networks.