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2020 Map of Sardine Lake

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Sardine Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Palma Mesa rises above a landscape defined by an extensive network of ephemeral water catchments and basins in this corner of Chaves County. The terrain is characterized by numerous livestock tanks and natural depressions, including the curiously named Madison Square Garden Tank and Spotted Tank. The presence of these named water features, alongside Sardine Lake and Adobe Lake, illustrates the critical importance of water management for ranching operations in this arid region.

Transport is primarily facilitated by White Lake Ranch Rd, which cuts through the northern townships. The drainage patterns of Long Arroyo and Long Arroyo Draw provide a clear view of the local topography, while other basins like Deep Lake and Twin Lakes highlight the scattered nature of the area's hydrology. This survey serves as a modern record of the land divisions and named landmarks that anchor the local ranching heritage.