2012 Map of Movie Mountain

About this map

Movie Mtn stands as a central topographic landmark in this arid portion of Hudspeth County, rising above the western reach of the Blanca Flats. The landscape is defined by its water management infrastructure, where scattered earthen catchments such as Corner Tank, Horse Trap Tank, and Two Section Tank are the primary points of interest across the desert floor. These features illustrate the essential adaptations required for ranching and land use in the Trans-Pecos region, where natural permanent water is scarce. The sparse transportation network is anchored by Big Tank Rd and Macado Rd, which provide access through the open terrain. This 2012 survey captures the spatial relationship between these isolated water sources and the primitive road system that services the high-desert cattle country.