2010 Map of Longhorn Reservoir

About this map

The Longhorn Reservoir and its surrounding ranchlands characterize this high plains landscape in Santa Fe County during the early 21st century. The map reveals a transition from traditional large-scale cattle operations to emerging residential developments, particularly south of the interstate corridor near E Abrahames Rd and Frontage Rd. Established family holdings like Rowell Ranch, Healy Ranch, and Erramousbe Ranch define the vast northern reaches, often organized around seasonal water features such as Salt Draw and Armijo Draw. The geometry of the road network, including County Rd-128 and Anaya Rd, highlights the enduring importance of these ranching access points, even as a dense grid of newer streets like Percheron St and Belgian Ave suggests a shift toward rural-residential subdivisions near the southern edge of the quadrangle.