2013 Map of Van Winkle Lake

About this map

Van Winkle Lake and the surrounding drainage basins of Otero County define this desert landscape in the early 21st century. The map reveals an intricate network of county roads, including CO Road F041 and CO Road G001, which navigate a terrain carved by numerous seasonal watercourses. These geographical features, such as Jack Smith Draw, Coffelt Draw, and Shiloh Draw, illustrate the complex natural irrigation and erosion patterns of this arid region. Significant local landmarks like Brownfield Hill provide vertical relief against the canyon systems of Lewis Canyon and Boardwell Canyon. This U.S. Geological Survey topographic study captures the infrastructure of the area, notably the Jack Smith Tank, which serves as a critical water management point in the T24S and T25S township ranges.