2016 Map of La Garita

About this map

La Garita serves as the focal point of this agricultural landscape in Saguache County, where a complex network of man-made waterways manages the region's aridity. The intricate irrigation system is anchored by the massive Rio Grande Canal and the Farmers Union Canal, which cut across the terrain to support local ranching and farming operations. Natural drainage features such as Mogotas Arroyo, Carnero Cr, and La Garita Cr weave through the township divisions of t42n r7e and t41n r8e, illustrating the intersection of natural hydrology and human engineering. Significant water storage is provided by the McCormick Number 1 Reservoir, while the straight path of Gunbarrel Rd defines the eastern portion of the survey. This 2016 record captures a rural Colorado community deeply tied to its water rights and the land-management patterns established by early settlers.