2013 Map of Tres Hermanos

About this map

Tularosa Valley defines this arid landscape in southern New Mexico, where water management is the primary marker of human presence. Named catchments such as Flat Tank, North Tank, Squaw Tank, and Desert Tank are scattered across the terrain, indicating the importance of livestock and range management in this high-desert environment. The topography is punctuated by prominent rises, most notably Lone Butte and the Twin Buttes located on the western edge of the quadrangle. The settlement of Tres Hermanos sits near the center of the sheet, while the transportation corridor of Us-54 N and Us-54 S runs along the eastern boundary, providing the main arterial connection through Otero County. The land is strictly organized by the Public Land Survey System, as evidenced by the grid of t18s r8e, t18s r9e, t19s r8e, and t19s r9e.