2010 Map of Eighteenmile Hill

About this map

The Pecos River carves a significant path through this De Baca County landscape, creating the prominent Eighteenmile Bend in the northwestern reach. This arid terrain is defined by its drainage systems and subtle elevations, notably Eighteenmile Hill and Bronco Hill. To the south, Urton Lake sits as a distinct hydrological feature in an area otherwise characterized by intermittent flows from Yeso Creek, Cibolo Creek, and Cedar Creek. The map reveals a network of rural transit routes, including County Rd-2-1 and County Rd-2-11, which navigate the open country between the Eighteenmile Draw and the high points of the plains. This 2010 survey illustrates the remote character of eastern New Mexico, where the land use remains tied to the natural contours and water access provided by the Pecos valley.