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2023 Map of Muir Ranch

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Muir Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Burro Cienaga winds through the arid ranchlands of the Lordsburg Valley along the border of Hidalgo and Grant counties. This high-desert landscape is defined by its water management systems, where named features like North Cooper Tank, Brockman Dirt Tank, and Homestead Tank provide vital resources for local cattle operations. The terrain is marked by a series of alluvial washes including Muir Draw, Pride Draw, and Black Mountain Draw, which channel seasonal runoff toward the valley floor.

A significant section of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl traverses the southwestern corner of the area, passing near South Uhl Draw. The map reveals a network of local ranch roads, such as Ramos Rd and Muir Rd, that connect isolated landmarks like Homestead Hill to the broader region. This documentation of the high desert provides an essential look at the modern persistence of the ranching economy in southwestern New Mexico.