2013 Map of Bernalillo NW

About this map

Zia Pueblo occupies the northern reaches of this high-desert landscape, situated along the meandering course of the Jemez River. The terrain is defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainages, including the wide sandy bed of Arroyo Arenoso and the winding Arroyo Onto, which carve through the arid plateaus. While the southern portion of the quadrangle shows the expanding municipal footprint of Rio Rancho, much of the central and eastern sections remain sparsely developed, characterized by ranching landmarks like the Jemez Windmill. This 2013 survey illustrates the intersection of ancient tribal lands and modern suburban growth in Sandoval County, providing a clear record of the area's hydrology and land divisions before further development altered the desert floor.