1968 Map of Phantom Banks

About this map

The arid landscape of the Chihuahuan Desert defines this region on the border of New Mexico and Texas, where water management is the primary marker of human activity. Named water features like Big Seep Tank, New Tank, and Cockleberry Tank are scattered across the terrain, reflecting the vital infrastructure needed for livestock and survival in this dry environment. The topography is characterized by seasonal drainage patterns, most notably Brushy Draw and Tucker Draw, which cut through the limestone and gypsum soils toward the prominent Phantom Banks.