2013 Map of Afton NW

About this map

The arid New Mexico terrain southwest of Las Cruces is defined by the vast drainage patterns and gradual elevation changes of the Mesilla Valley region. This 2013 survey illustrates a landscape primarily organized by the Public Land Survey System, with township and range lines like t24s r1w and t25s r1w partitioning the high desert. The area is characterized by its sparse infrastructure, where travel is limited to a few established desert routes. Specifically, Co Road B006 and Co Road B008 provide the primary access through this territory, likely serving ranching interests or local utility maintenance. The topographical contours reveal a series of dry washes and minor ridges typical of the Chihuahuan Desert, where the lack of permanent water sources or named settlements highlights the challenging nature of the environment.