2020 Map of Rattlesnake Springs

About this map

Carlsbad Caverns National Park dominates the northern landscape of this Eddy County quadrangle, marking a transition from the elevated Yeso Hills to the basin floors. The presence of Rattlesnake Springs and the Bottomless Lake Spring provides a rare glimpse into the hydrological complexity of this arid region, where underground water systems emerge at the surface. A network of rural ranch roads, including Mayes Ranch Rd and Dillahunty Rd, crisscrosses the terrain, tracing the paths established by long-standing agricultural and land-management practices. The topography is defined by significant drainage features such as Rattlesnake Canyon and Slaughter Canyon Draw, which channel seasonal runoff through the limestone environment. This 2020 map documents the modern infrastructure and natural landmarks of the area, from the Hoffman Tank to the Kingsnake Rd, supporting both land management and local history research.