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2013 Map of Phantom Banks

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Phantom Banks defines the lower half of this landscape in southeast Eddy Co, where the High Plains terrain is etched by drainage channels and punctuated by essential water catchments. The presence of Steeple Ranch and several functional landmarks, such as Target Windmill and Gyp Windmill, indicates a land managed for ranching and resource extraction. A sparse network of unpaved corridors, including Buck Jackson Rd and various service paths like Pipeline Rd, provides the primary access through this arid environment.

Water management is the most visible human imprint on the land, with numerous tanks distributed to catch seasonal runoff. Features like Big Seep Tank, New Tank, and Long Tree Tank are critical markers for navigation and survival in this corner of New Mexico. The map captures the subtle relief of Brushy Draw and Tucker Draw as they wind through the high desert, documenting the precarious balance of industry and agriculture in the early 21st century.