2017 Map of Bethel

About this map

Portales Valley defines the landscape of this High Plains region, where the rigid grid of Roosevelt County roads organizes a terrain marked by scattered agricultural settlements and ephemeral waterways. The small community of Bethel serves as a local anchor, distinguished by the Bethel Cem which provides a vital touchstone for genealogical research in the area. To the north lies the edge of Floyd, while the southeastern corner transition toward the city of Portales, including the Portales Municipal Airport and the residential area of Highlands. The natural drainage of Boone Draw cuts across the plains near Chalk Hill, illustrating the subtle topographic shifts that influenced early ranching and farming layouts. This 2017 survey captures the intersection of traditional rural life and modern infrastructure, from the historic siding at Yerba to the expansion of local subdivisions.