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2013 Map of Ramon SW

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

West Camp and Shearing Shed Camp anchor this landscape where the high plains of Chaves County meet the borders of Lincoln and De Baca counties. The terrain is defined by a sophisticated system of water management essential for livestock, evidenced by numerous named catchments such as Big Red Tank, Procter Tank, and Railroad Tank. These features reflect the historic ranching operations that have shaped this portion of New Mexico for generations.

Erosion has carved distinctive landforms across the quadrangle, notably the Natural Bridge and several wide drainages. Significant seasonal waterways like Buck Draw, Dipping Vat Draw, and Fifteenmile Arroyo segment the plains, while a network of rural routes including CO Road 8024 and Sotol Rd provide access to these remote outposts. The concentration of tanks and camps underscores the specialized nature of the land use in this arid region.