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2017 Map of Otis

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Otis
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The southeastern outskirts of Carlsbad and the neighboring settlement of Otis are defined by a complex network of agricultural irrigation and desert terrain in this USGS study. The Pecos River winds through the northeast, while the Southern Canal and Municipal Lake illustrate the critical role of water management in this arid New Mexico landscape. The infrastructure reveals a blend of residential growth and industry, with roads like Oil Field Rd and Walker Farm Rd signaling the area's dual economic foundations in petroleum and farming.

Navigating south, the landscape is marked by the Cass Draw and a grid of rural routes including the Old Cavern Hwy, which hints at the region's connection to the nearby subterranean landmarks. The map meticulously documents the transition from the structured street blocks of the city to the expansive township and range sections of Eddy County, providing a clear record of land use and property boundaries.