2022 Map of Whiterock Hills

About this map

The Whiterock Hills define the western landscape of this Hudspeth County quadrangle, where the arid terrain is marked by a network of essential water catchment features. These artificial reservoirs, or tanks, represent the critical infrastructure required for ranching and survival in the high desert of West Texas. From Little Borrego Tank in the north to Silva Tank further south, these locations serve as primary landmarks in an otherwise open and minimally developed area. The topography reveals a dramatic canyon system carved into the eastern portion of the map, contrasting with the more isolated rises of the Whiterock Hills. This 2022 survey documents the persistent reliance on these scattered water points, including Cunningham Tank and Little Cunningham Tank, which remain vital focal points for land management and navigation in this remote corner of the state.