2010 Map of Bustos Well

About this map

Bustos Tank and the surrounding drainage network define this arid reach of Socorro County during the first decade of the 21st century. The landscape is characterized by its vital water management features, including the Jornada Detention Dam and livestock watering points like Crespin Tank and New Tank. These features are essential for land use in an environment dominated by ephemeral watercourses such as Arroyo Tinajas, Arroyo de la Cañas, and Arroyo de las Cañas. The terrain rises toward the feature known as La Montonera, while a series of designated service routes, such as WSMR S Route 3613 and WSMR P Route 5, navigate the drainage-heavy topography. The map illustrates a modern layer of infrastructure laid over a traditional ranching and desert landscape, showing how access and water retention are managed in this part of New Mexico.