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2010 Map of Pierce Canyon

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Pierce Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Pecos River carves a winding path through this corner of Eddy County, forming the distinctive Malaga Bend in the northwest. This landscape is defined by its drainage patterns and water management infrastructure, most notably the Livingston Canal which runs parallel to the river before striking east. The terrain is deeply grooved by various natural conduits such as Dog Town Draw and Wood Draw, which channel seasonal runoff toward the primary river valley.

Historical crossing points like Pierce Canyon Crossing indicate where travelers and ranchers once navigated the river. Evidence of contemporary ranching life is found in named landmarks like the Carper Windmill and Tomcat Windmill, which stand as vital water sources in an arid environment. The map details a network of local transit via County Rd-746, connecting the remote canyons and draws of the New Mexico backcountry.