2020 Map of Diamond A Ranch

About this map

Rio Hondo and its intricate network of drainage channels define this Chaves County landscape, where ranching operations and industrial points mark the terrain. The presence of several distinct mills, including River Mill, Center Mill, Highway Mill, and Diamante Mill, suggests a specialized agricultural or industrial landscape tied to the water cycles of the arid West. The Diamond A Ranch serves as a primary local landmark, situated among the draws and arroyos that funnel seasonal water across the high plains. The map details a complex system of named ephemeral watercourses such as Thirteenmile Draw, Rocky Arroyo, and Buchanan Draw, which reveal the natural drainage patterns critical to land use in this part of New Mexico. Local infrastructure is represented by a grid of rural routes including Mossman Rd and Buchanan Rd, which connect the scattered ranching interests and industrial sites.