2020 Map of Juan Lake

About this map

Juan Lake and Antelope Lake punctuate this high-desert landscape in Chaves County, revealing the critical role of intermittent water sources in New Mexico's ranching country. The terrain is defined by its drainage patterns, most notably Thirteenmile Draw in the northeast and the branching paths of Zubi Draw and Made Draw further south. These features illustrate the natural hydrology of the region, where water flow is seasonal but central to the location of early land claims and routes. Local infrastructure is sparse, characterized by dirt-track connections like Zubi Draw Rd and Chesser Rd, which provide access to this open range. The map clearly delineates the township and range grid, showing how the land was partitioned into sections across t13s r23e and surrounding areas, a structure that continues to govern land ownership and use in this part of the state.