2017 Map of Colfax

About this map

Colfax sits at the junction of water and road in this high-plains landscape, where the Vermejo River meets Saltpeter Cr. This 2017 survey details a sophisticated network of irrigation and water management essential to the region's ranching and agricultural history. Man-made features like the High Line Ditch, Vermejo Ditch, and Siphon Ditch crisscross the terrain, funneling water toward the Stubblefield Reservoir. The map illustrates how the natural topography, including the Cedar Hills and various seasonal drainages like Dry Arroyo, dictated the placement of these vital water systems.