2016 Map of San Esteban Lake SW

About this map

Frenchman Hills and the Black Hills define the high-desert terrain of Presidio County in this modern topographic survey. The landscape is carved by a complex drainage system that includes Perdiz Creek, Matonoso Cr, and Dunman Cr, all of which emphasize the arid hydrology of the Trans-Pecos region. These ephemeral watercourses flow through a series of canyons and draws, illustrating the natural erosion patterns across the high plateau. The most prominent human feature is the long stretch of Highway 67 as it cuts diagonally across the topography, following the path of least resistance through the hills. The map also records the meandering course of Cienega Creek, a vital water resource in a land shaped by elevation and exposure.