2013 Map of Rattlesnake Canyon

About this map

Monument Jal Oil Field dominates the central landscape of this Lea County region, reflecting the enduring significance of petroleum extraction in the Permian Basin. This 2013 survey documents the industrial footprint of the energy sector alongside the ephemeral natural features of the High Plains. The namesake Rattlesnake Canyon and the winding Monument Draw provide the primary topographical relief in an otherwise flat, arid expanse. Small settlements and crossroads such as Maypens and Teague are situated along the transit corridor of State Highway 18, which serves as the primary north-south artery for the area. The map's grid of section lines and gravel roads, including Deep Wells Rd and Drinkard Rd, highlights the intersection of private land use and resource management in southeast New Mexico.