2016 Map of Movie Mountain

About this map

Movie Mountain and Sneed Mtn define this high-altitude landscape in Hudspeth County, where the topography of the Trans-Pecos is documented in fine detail. The arid character of the region is evident in the critical water infrastructure, featuring named collection points such as Horse Trap Tank, Corner Tank, and Two Section Tank that support ranching in the desert scrub. This 2016 survey traces the sparse transportation network of the area, including Big Tank Rd and Macado Rd, which provide access through the variable elevations of Blanca Flats. For researchers and historians, the map captures the modern state of remote West Texas land use, where the placement of tanks and roads remains dictated by the underlying geology and the essential need for water management in an unforgiving climate.