2013 Map of Engle

About this map

The Fra Cristobal Range dominates the western landscape of this Sierra County survey, providing a stark topographical contrast to the plains of the Jornada to the east. Central to the area is the settlement of Engle, a historic ranching and railroad focal point situated along NM-513. This 2013 record documents the critical water infrastructure necessary for life in this arid environment, including the Larson Windmill, Reservoir Windmill, and ephemeral catchments like Engle Lake and Cedar Lake. Researchers will find genealogical and local interest in the Engle Cem and the Seven T X Camp. The map also traces the significant drainage patterns of Jornada Draw and the deeply carved Cañon Del Muerto, illustrating how the terrain transitions from high desert peaks into the broad drainage basins of central New Mexico.