1998 Map of Divine Lake

About this map

Kiowa National Grassland dominates the landscape of this northeastern New Mexico plateau, where the boundaries of Colfax, Harding, and Union Counties meet. The terrain is defined by dramatic volcanic and mesa features, most notably the prominent Sugarloaf Mountain and Chateau Hill. This semi-arid environment is shaped by its water sources, both natural and engineered, from the ephemeral Carrizo Creek and Ramon Lakes to the numerous named wells like Reddick Well and Shaw Well that support the region's ranching heritage. Local history is anchored by the Sugarloaf Ranch and the Mofax Cem, which sits near a long-reaching pipeline. The presence of a Radio Repeater atop the mountain suggests the area's continued utility as a high-ground communication point in a sparsely populated corner of the state.