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2013 Map of Oasis

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Oasis
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Oasis serves as the central point in this Chaves County landscape, where the flat terrain of Eastern New Mexico is defined by the critical infrastructure of ranching and water management. The mapping reveals a sparse but deliberate network of cattle operations, with several family-named properties like Glenn Ranch, Sand Ranch, and Isler Ranch scattered across the township lines. These ranches are supported by a high density of named water features, essential for survival in this arid environment.

Named water sources such as Claypit Tanks, Meadow Tanks, and the Red and White Tank are vital markers for those tracing land use and grazing patterns. The grid of service roads, including Co Road 48 and Co Road 65, provides the primary framework for movement between these isolated hubs. This survey offers a clear picture of the modern high-plains ranching economy, showing how traditional land divisions and private holdings continue to shape the geography of the region.