2010 Map of Cutter

About this map

Cutter and its surrounding ranchlands are depicted here in Sierra County, revealing a landscape defined by water management and isolated homesteads. The importance of groundwater in this arid terrain is evident through numerous named water sources, such as Sowell Windmill, Mares Windmill, and Number 7 Tank, which serve the local grazing operations. Local history is anchored by the Graham Cemetery and Cutter Cemetery, providing essential markers for genealogical research in this sparsely populated area. The topography is largely defined by the drainage patterns of Jornada Draw and the seasonal Jornada Lakes, while the presence of the L Seven Ranch and McLendon Ranch illustrates the enduring cattle ranching heritage of the region. This 2010 survey shows how the high desert is navigated via a network of named county roads that connect these remote family-named landmarks.