2013 Map of Lemitar

About this map

The Rio Grande corridor in Socorro County is defined by an intricate network of irrigation and drainage infrastructure designed to manage the river's flow through the arid valley. Settled areas like Lemitar and Polvadera are closely tied to these water systems, which include the Rio Grande Main Conveyance Channel, the San Lorenzo Settling Basin, and the Lemitar Riverside Drain. To the west, the terrain rises sharply toward Polvadera Mtn, while the valley floor is crisscrossed by historic routes and local roads such as Chaparral Loop and Polvadera Rd. Genealogy researchers will find locations of local significance, including the Polvadera Cem and Lemitar Cem, as well as the post office at Polvadera. The map captures the complex engineering of the landscape, where features like the San Acacia Drainage Canal and Vasquez Lateral support agricultural life alongside natural landmarks like the San Lorenzo Arroyo.