2017 Map of Belen

About this map

The Rio Grande corridor serves as the central artery for this 2017 survey of Valencia County, where a complex network of irrigation and drainage infrastructure dictates the settlement pattern. From the Belen Highline Canal to the Old Belen Ditch, these water systems support a string of communities including Los Chaves, Sausal, and Los Trujillos-Gabaldon. The town of Belen serves as the primary hub, anchored by its proximity to the river and established landmarks like Our Lady of Belen Cem and the Alexander Municipal Airport. To the west, the terrain rises sharply toward Sunrise Bluff, while the eastern flats are characterized by a dense grid of named rural roads and laterals. Genealogists will find particular value in the clearly marked cemeteries and the distinct boundaries between local neighborhoods such as Bacaville, Pueblitos, and Jarales, which preserve the traditional land-use patterns of the Middle Rio Grande Valley.