2010 Map of La Mesa

About this map

Mesilla Valley agriculture and the winding Rio Grande define this stretch of southern New Mexico. The landscape is heavily structured by an intricate irrigation system, including the West Side Canal, La Union Main Canal, and numerous laterals like the Three Saints Lateral and Chamberino Main Lateral. These waterways support a network of small communities including La Mesa, Chamberino, and Berino. Local family history is centered around landmarks such as Saint Josephs Cemetery near La Mesa and San Luis Cemetery to the south. The area's logistical importance is visible in features like the Chamberino Post Office and the Berino Siding, which sit amidst a grid of rural roads and farmsteads. Engineering projects like the Apodaca Arroyo Dam and the Pipeline Bridge underscore the ongoing efforts to manage the river and its floodplain in this productive valley.