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1996 Map of Polecat Tank, 2002 Print
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1996 Map of Polecat Tank

USGS Topo · Published 2002

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Rainwater Ranch sits as a primary point of human activity in this arid landscape of south-central New Mexico. The terrain is defined by its water management systems, essential for ranching in the desert, as evidenced by a series of named livestock waterings including Sand Tank, East Pasture Tank, and the namesake Polecat Tank. These features are strategically positioned near natural drainage patterns like Jornada Draw and Mcclennon Draw. This area, surveyed during the late 20th century, illustrates the intersection of traditional land use and federal management, with the New Mexico Principal Meridian serving as a foundational reference for the region's public land system. While the land remains largely open, evidence of resource exploration appears through a documented Drill Hole and several Gravel Pit sites scattered across the flats.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1996
Date Published2002
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain