2010 Map of Dexter East

About this map

Dexter and the nearby settlement of Greenfield sit at the western edge of the Pecos River valley, where the agricultural life of Chaves County is shaped by a complex network of irrigation and water management. The Hagerman Canal and the waters of Rio Felix support the surrounding plains, while the Dexter Federal Fish Hatchery utilizes the unique local hydrology near Lake Van. To the east, the Pecos River meanders through its floodplain, creating a distinct boundary between the cultivated fields and the open ranch lands, such as Calumet Ranch. The map captures the infrastructure of the valley, from the Dexter Post Office to water control features like the Durand Reservoir and Zuber Hollow Reservoir Dam, illustrating how this arid landscape was organized for ranching and utility during the early 21st century.