2013 Map of La Junta

About this map

The Arkansas River defines the northern reaches of this Otero County landscape, where the urban grid of La Junta transitions into the expansive terrain of the Comanche National Grassland. This 2013 survey details a high-plains community shaped by its water management systems, including the Catlin Canal and the Otero Canal, which trace the contours of the land alongside natural drainage features like Anderson Arroyo and King Arroyo. Educational and civic foundations are prominent near the city center, specifically Otero Jr Coll and the local Po. To the west and south, the map documents smaller outposts like Ormega and natural landmarks such as Dixie Bluffs. Local history and genealogy are well-represented by the locations of Fairview Cem and the Otero County Cem, while the northern bank of the river highlights the community of North La Junta.