2010 Map of Ironhouse Draw

About this map

Pearl Valley defines this section of Lea County, where the landscape is characterized by its arid terrain and the industrial footprint of the Reeves Oil Field. The ephemeral drainage of Ironhouse Draw cuts diagonally across the quadrangle, leading toward the distinct basin of Red Lake in the southeast. This 2010 survey highlights a sparsely populated region where life and history are anchored by family names and livestock operations, such as the Turner Ranch. Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the documentation of the Crockett Cemetery and Morgan Cemetery, which stand as quiet markers of the community's early residents. The network of local infrastructure, including Pearl Valley Rd and various county routes, illustrates the enduring connection between ranching and resource extraction in this part of New Mexico.