2017 Map of Dwyer

About this map

Mimbres River drainage defines the central corridor of this Grant County landscape, providing a critical water source in an area of high-desert canyons and peaks. The settlement of Dwyer sits in the southwestern reaches, while the northern terrain is marked by thermal activity at Mimbres Hot Springs and Mimbres Cold Springs. The map reveals a network of canyons named for early inhabitants and geographic features, including Donahue Canyon, Tom Brown Canyon, and Gallinas Canyon. Access to the higher elevations of the Mimbres Mountains and the Gila National Forest is facilitated by routes like Royal John Mine Rd and Taylor Graham, pointing to the region's history of mineral exploration and ranching. The presence of Dwyer Reservoir and Parra Tank highlights the vital infrastructure used to manage water for livestock and local use in this arid environment.