2019 Map of Orla

About this map

Orla sits as a lonely crossroads in the Chihuahuan Desert, situated near the intersection of FM 652 and US Highway 285. This arid landscape is defined by its drainage systems, including Salt Cr and the Pecos River which cuts across the northeastern corner. The presence of a Po in Orla marks it as a central point for the surrounding cattle country, where water management is critical to life. Numerous catchment features such as Highway Tank, Arroyo Bonito Tank, and Little Tank are scattered across the terrain, illustrating the necessity of water storage in this section of West Texas. The map also captures the Reeves Co Loving Co boundary and several named topographic depressions, including Arroyo Bonito, Sand Bend Draw, and Charlie Ross Draw, which dictate the local hydrology and travel routes through the scrubland.