1998 Map of Clayton SW

About this map

Kiowa National Grassland dominates this landscape in northeastern New Mexico, where the high plains are carved by seasonal watercourses and drainage patterns. The topography reflects a sparsely populated ranching environment during the late 1990s, characterized by intermittent water features such as Sand Draw and the winding course of Carrizo Creek. Small localized settlements and family-named landmarks like Bates and Walker provide essential context for genealogical research, pinpointing specific habitations in this open Union County terrain. A local Gravel Pit indicates small-scale industrial activity, while the intricate contour lines reveal the subtle elevation changes of the draws and mesas that define the regional geography. This survey provides a clear look at land management and rural settlement patterns before the turn of the twenty-first century.