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2010 Map of Golondrina Draw

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Golondrina Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Apache sits near the eastern edge of this arid Otero County landscape, where deep canyons and drainage draws define the terrain. The map documents a critical network of water sources essential for life and ranching in this part of New Mexico, including family-named landmarks like Armijo Spring, Valdez Spring, and Smith Spring. Human activity is further evidenced by isolated structures such as the Golondrina Windmill and Crawford Windmill, which stand as markers of land use in a region dominated by dramatic topography.

Prominent landforms like The Palisades and Godfrey Hills rise in the northwest, while the southeastern corner is overshadowed by Black Mountain. This survey illustrates the intricate watershed system where Golondrina Draw and Boone Draw navigate the slopes of Horse Mountain and Barber Canyon. The inclusion of Crosby Tank and Upper Agular Spring provides a detailed inventory of the hydrology that supports the high-desert environment.