2023 Map of Conchas Dam

About this map

Conchas Lake dominates this San Miguel County landscape, where the impounded waters of the Canadian River reach into numerous canyons and draws. This modern survey illustrates the complex geography of the reservoir's shoreline, from the wide expanses near Rattlesnake Island to the narrow reaches of Jose Maria Canyon and Boot Canyon. The settlement of Conchas Dam and the nearby community of Hooverville serve as primary points of activity, connected by local routes like State Hwy 433 and Lodge Rd. High mesas such as Minese Mesa and Aguilar Mesa provide significant topographic relief above the water level. For those researching local heritage, the map identifies small, isolated burial sites including Alamosa Plaza Cem to the north and La Cinta Cem to the southeast, alongside the managed water flow of the Bell Ranch Canal.