2017 Map of The Old Dry Lake

About this map

The Old Dry Lake and a complex network of artificial water catchments define this arid landscape in De Baca County. This region is characterized by ranching infrastructure, where named "tanks" like N Ragland Tank, Big Ragland Tank, and Horse Pasture Tank provide vital water sources across the open range. The topography is shaped by several prominent drainage features, including Ragland Draw, Whites Draw, and Double Windmills Draw, which channel intermittent runoff toward the central basins. Local transit relies on a grid of rural routes such as Clay Flat Rd, Indiandraw Rd, and White Flat Rd. The presence of the School Section Tank suggests the historical designation of specific land parcels for educational funding, a common feature of Western land management. This survey provides a clear view of the hydraulic and transportation patterns necessary for high-desert agricultural life.