2013 Map of Brazos

About this map

Rio Chama defines the central corridor of this northern New Mexico landscape, winding south from Chama through a valley shaped by significant elevation changes. The settlement pattern is concentrated along the river and irrigation works like the Willow Cr Mesa Ditch, where small communities such as Dos Lomas, Casa Escondida, and Brazos are situated. To the east, the terrain becomes increasingly complex, characterized by steep drainage systems like Cañonizaria Canyon and Doggett Canyon. The presence of the Chama Land and Cattle Company Airport in the north highlights the area's mix of traditional ranching and modern utility. Narrow passages such as the Cañones Box and various named tributaries like Los Alamos Cr illustrate the high-desert drainage patterns typical of Rio Arriba County.