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2016 Map of Rustler Hills

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Rustler Hills
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Rustler Hills dominate this portion of the Trans-Pecos landscape, defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainage patterns and isolated water sources. This 2016 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey details a region where ranching infrastructure and natural hydrology are closely linked. The geography is carved by significant relief features like Virginia Draw, Monument Draw, and Horseshoe Draw, which direct seasonal runoff through the arid terrain toward Salt Cr.

Vital water points such as Rustler Springs, Rustler Spring, and Horseshoe Springs highlight the historical importance of reliable aquifers in this part of Culberson County. Human presence is marked by the transit corridor of Rustler Springs Rd and the localized development near Jose Tank. The map provides a clear look at how modern routes like Duval Rd and FM 2119 navigate the breaks and ridges of the high desert.