2020 Map of Laguna Gatuna

About this map

Laguna Gatuna dominates the center of this High Plains landscape, situated amidst a cluster of alkaline depressions near the western edge of Lea County. This modern survey details the sparsely settled borderlands where the tiny community of Halfway sits along the intersection of major regional transit routes. The terrain is defined by its series of seasonal lakebeds, including Laguna Tonto to the north and Laguna Plata to the west, which serve as critical landmarks in an otherwise open ranching environment. Local travel is facilitated by a network of rural routes such as Smith Ranch Rd, Tonto Rd, and Goathead Rd, reflecting the expansive scale of land management in southeastern New Mexico. The map provides a precise view of the Public Land Survey System grid across several townships, illustrating the relationship between natural water features and administrative boundaries.