2023 Map of Arrowhead Well

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses the northern reaches of this high-desert landscape in Socorro County, where the terrain shifts from the prominent Sand Hills down toward the drainage of Durfee Canyon. The map reveals a land defined by water scarcity and historical transit routes. Isolated water sources such as White Lake, Broke Tank, and Durfee Tank serve as the primary landmarks in an otherwise open range. These tanks, vital for ranching and wildlife in the arid Southwest, are positioned alongside clear evidence of shifting transportation patterns. The alignment of Old Hwy 60 and State Hwy 166 demonstrates how modern infrastructure follows established corridors through the basin, providing a detailed record of the township and range divisions within this part of New Mexico.