2013 Map of Florida Gap

About this map

Lewis Flats and the nearby Lewis Cem anchor the northeastern landscape of this Luna County region, where desert plains meet the dramatic rise of the Little Florida Mountains. The terrain is defined by complex drainage patterns like Coyote Arroyo and Headquarters Draw, which flow from high points such as Agate Point and Castle Rock. Evidence of historical passage through this arid environment is found in labels like Stagecoach Trl Se and Wagon Wheel Rd Se, which trace paths around the northern reaches of the Florida Mountains. To the south, the namesake Florida Gap provides a natural corridor between the mountain ranges, accompanied by vital water sources like The Gap Tank. This survey also documents the residential expansion of the area with dozens of local road names, ranging from Dulce Rd Se to Boothill Rd Se, reflecting the rural character of this high-altitude New Mexico basin.