2017 Map of Divine Lake

About this map

The Kiowa National Grassland dominates this high plains landscape at the intersection of Union, Colfax, and Harding counties in northeastern New Mexico. This 2017 survey details the complex system of section lines and rural tracks, such as Sugarloaf Rd and Co Rd C-42, that facilitate movement across the open range. Notable elevation markers like Sugarloaf Mtn and Chateau Hill punctuate the terrain, while the solitary Mofax Cem serves as a small but significant site of local heritage. Water remains a central theme in this arid environment, with ephemeral features like Divine Lake, the Ramon Lakes, and the winding path of Carrizo Cr providing essential drainage. This modern topo allows for the study of how public lands and private ranches are partitioned within the traditional township and range grid.