2013 Map of Cactus Tank

About this map

Mesa Montosa dominates this section of the New Mexico landscape, where the high desert terrain is carved by the Conchas River and numerous drainage systems. The map reflects a working ranching environment, centered on water management and seasonal camps rather than dense town sites. Montosa is situated in the northeast near the river bend, while Alamito Camp sits to the south along the banks of Alamito Cr. The reliance on local water sources is evidenced by the distribution of named stock tanks and catchment points, including Cactus Tank, Saxon Tank, and Horsehead Tank. For genealogists and local historians, the inclusion of the Big Red Windmill provides a specific, named landmark in a region where such features served as vital navigational aids and gathering points in the open country.