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2016 Map of Sneed Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Sneed Mountain stands as a prominent landmark in this desert landscape of Hudspeth County, where survival has long depended on the management of intermittent water. The map reveals an intricate network of livestock water sources, such as Owen Tank, Dagger Tank, and Price Tank, which are essential features for ranching operations in this arid region. These engineered catchments are often the only reliable points of interest along the drainage routes of Collier Draw and Cave Draw.

Surface transportation is limited to established tracks like Garren Rd and Macado Rd, which navigate the terrain between high points like the Black Knobs. This 2016 survey illustrates a modern continuation of historic land-use patterns, where the placement of named tanks such as Beeman Tank and Potts Tank reflects the enduring reliance on specific catchments for maintaining remote desert holdings.