2017 Map of The Divide

About this map

The Divide characterizes this high-plains landscape along the border of Eddy and Lea Counties, where the terrain transitions toward the distinct elevation of Hat Mesa. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey details a region defined by its water management and ranching infrastructure. Numerous catchment basins, including Rockbottom Tank, Lost Tank, and the School Section Tanks, are mapped across the arid expanse, providing essential data for land use and hydrological study. The northern portion of the quadrangle is marked by Bilbrey Basin, while Campbell Rd serves as the primary artery through this sparsely populated territory. The map illustrates the Public Land Survey System grid, highlighting sections within T21S and T22S that dictate the geographic organization of this part of New Mexico.