2020 Map of Bitter Lake

About this map

Bitter Lake and its surrounding wetlands dominate the hydrology of this Chaves County landscape, where the Pecos River and Lost River converge in a complex of alkali flats and open water. The northeastern edges of Roswell extend into the frame, showing the transition from urban streets like E 19th St and E College Blvd to the rural plains. For local historians, the Saint Marys Cem serves as a significant landmark just east of the city limits. The terrain is marked by significant elevation changes at Comanche Hill and the winding course of the Rio Hondo. This survey illustrates the intricate network of water management and natural drainage systems, including Middle Berrendo Cr and the southern Chain Lakes, which are vital to the area's geography and history.