2010 Map of Comanche Ranch

About this map

Comanche Ranch and the small settlement at Drake anchor this arid landscape in Valencia County, characterized by a complex system of water management and seasonal drainages. The area is defined by its network of stock tanks and detention features, such as the Indio Loco Detention Dam and Loco Retention Dam, which highlight the vital importance of water conservation for ranching in the high desert. Notable natural landmarks include Coyote Spring and several prominent arroyos, including Arroyo Comanche and Arroyo Monte Largo. These dry washes feed into larger drainage systems like Coyote Draw, creating a distinct pattern of land use where human activity, represented by County RD-12 and various family or locally named reservoirs like Click Tank Number 7, follows the natural contours of the desert floor.