2013 Map of Albuquerque West

About this map

The Rio Grande serves as the central artery for this 2013 topographic study, dividing the sprawling metropolitan landscape of Albuquerque. On the western bank, the ancient volcanic escarpment is preserved within the Petroglyph National Monument, where Rinconada Canyon and Ladera Arroyo descend toward the river valley. The urban footprint is defined by a dense network of historic irrigation and drainage systems, including the Atrisco Riverside Drain and Arenal Main Canal, which reflect the region's enduring relationship with its water sources.