2022 Map of Fort Garland SW

About this map

The Basaltic Hills rise above a strictly gridded landscape in this portion of Costilla County, defined by a complex network of irrigation infrastructure essential to high-desert agriculture. The engineered water system includes the Sangre de Cristo Ditch Number 3, Trinchera Canal, and the extensive Highline Canal, which follow the subtle contours of the San Luis Valley. This rigid road system, including named thoroughfares like Ute Ave, Aztec Ave, and Smith Ln, reflects a highly organized rural settlement pattern where property lines and access roads are dictated by the underlying section-line surveys. Natural drainage is represented by Ojito Cr, which cuts through the eastern portion of the quadrangle. Along the eastern edge, local naming conventions appear in streets like Juarez, La Mancha, and Barcelona, hinting at the cultural heritage of the region.