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2013 Map of Lawrence Arroyo

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Lawrence Arroyo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The high plains of Union County, New Mexico, reveal a landscape defined by water management and ranching infrastructure near Romero. Life in this arid environment centers on numerous named water sources, including the central Lawrence Arroyo, Holkeo Cr, and the seasonal Palo Blanco Cr along the eastern boundary. The map documents an extensive network of wind-powered wells essential for cattle ranching, such as Mesa Windmill, Reville Windmill, Archuleta Windmill, and Tafoya Windmill.

Physical landmarks like the Chico Hills and Las Mesetas rise above the basin, while localized water points like Barela Springs and Cleto Lake provide critical reference points for local history. Transport through the region follows NM 193 and Chico RD, connecting the sparse settlements and rural outposts across the Colfax and Union County line. This 2013 survey offers a detailed look at how modern land use continues to rely on these traditional water-source locations.