2020 Map of Farmington North

About this map

Farmington sits at the confluence of the desert's vital water systems, where the Animas River meets the northern reach of the city. This 2020 landscape is defined by the contrast between urban expansion and the high desert terrain of Hood Mesa and Pinon Mesa. The map details a sophisticated network of water management, essential for the arid environment, including the Halford Independent Ditch, Jackson Ditch, and Star Ditch. Educational infrastructure is anchored by San Juan College in the heart of the developed area. To the north, the terrain becomes more dramatic, carved by Chokecherry Canyon and several ephemeral arroyos like Barker Arroyo and Pickering Arroyo. The La Plata River winds through the western portion of the quadrangle, serving as a landmark for those tracing the historical development of ranching and irrigation in San Juan County.