2016 Map of Whiterock Hills

About this map

Whiterock Hills define the southern landscape of this Hudspeth County quadrangle, where the terrain transitions into a complex network of canyons and drainage basins. In this arid environment, water management is the primary marker of human activity and ranching infrastructure. A series of named water catchments are strategically distributed across the area, including Silva Tank to the southwest and Red Rock Tank in the north. The central portion of the map is dominated by the drainage system surrounding Cunningham Tank and Little Cunningham Tank, illustrating the essential role these localized reservoirs play in supporting the high-desert ecology and livestock operations. This 2016 survey provides a precise layout of the unimproved roads and physical landmarks used by local landholders in the Trans-Pecos region.