2013 Map of Las Animas

About this map

Las Animas and the historical site of Boggsville sit at the strategic confluence where the Purgatoire River joins the Arkansas River. This 2013 topographic survey illustrates the sophisticated irrigation infrastructure that sustains the Picketwire Valley, including the Fort Lyon Canal, Consolidated Ditch, and Highland Canal. To the east, the map captures the military and commemorative importance of Fort Lyon and the Ft Lyon National Cem, situated near the western edge of the John Martin Reservoir. The transport network of US-50 connects several smaller points of interest like Las Animas Junction, Melina, and Keller. The presence of the City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport and the Las Animas Cem provides significant reference points for those researching modern family records or regional aviation history in Bent County.