2023 Map of Boiler Gap

About this map

Boiler Gap and Sand Gap serve as the primary topographic passages through this high-plains landscape of northeastern Union County. The area is defined by a network of drainage systems, most notably Corrumpa Creek to the north and the winding Alamosa Creek in the south, which together shape the local cattle-ranching terrain. The road network, consisting largely of routes like Elam Rd and Royce Rd, reflects the section-line organization of the modern range. The presence of smaller waterways such as Rafael Creek and Sand Creek further illustrates the hydrological patterns that have long dictated settlement and land use in this part of New Mexico, providing a detailed look at the rural infrastructure and natural features that define the region's contemporary character.