2010 Map of Benavidez Ranch

About this map

The Rio Puerco carves a winding path through this portion of New Mexico, defining a landscape of traditional ranching and indigenous lands. The map details the western edge of the Laguna Indian Res, where the Indian Service Rd serves as a primary artery across the desert terrain. Significant local holdings like the Benavidez Ranch and Rio Puerco Ranch anchor the area, reflecting the long-standing agricultural heritage of the region. Economic activity is further evidenced by the Heron Prospect, a small mining or mineral exploration site situated in the northern reaches of the quadrangle. This 2010 survey illustrates the continuity of these rural operations and the enduring geography of the river valley before more modern developments encroached from the east.