2010 Map of Tres Hermanos

About this map

Lone Butte and the Twin Buttes define this stretch of the Chihuahuan Desert landscape in Otero County. This 2010 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a transition period for the local infrastructure, primarily tracing the path of the Old Las Cruces Hwy as it cuts across the arid plains. The landform known as Tres Hermanos sits centrally, providing a topographical anchor in an area characterized by wide expanses and limited modern development. The map details the drainage patterns and relief of these isolated buttes, offering a clear record of the terrain as it appeared in the early 21st century before further regional changes.