2017 Map of Collier Draw

About this map

Bernalillito Mesa and Mesa Cortada dominate the northern landscape of this Sandoval County terrain, defining a region where water management is critical to land use. The map reveals an intricate network of named drainage features such as Armijo Draw and Collier Draw, which channel seasonal runoff through the high desert. This 2017 U.S. Geological Survey record documents a series of livestock or catchment tanks essential for ranching in the arid environment, including Trujillo Tank, Emperado Tank, and Los Pasos Tank. The presence of several named arroyos, like Arroyo la Jara and Querencia Arroyo, underscores the importance of topographical hydrology in the high mesa country. The survey also notes modern access via BLM RD 1115, providing a modern spatial context for these traditional land features.