2010 Map of Manassa

About this map

Manassa and its surrounding agricultural basin are defined by an intricate network of irrigation systems and early settlements in this part of Colorado. The landscape is crisscrossed by numerous canals and ditches, including the San Luis Ditch, Romeo Canal, and Ephriam Ditch, which redirect water from the Conejos River and Rio San Antonio to the surrounding fields. This complex hydrography reflects the long history of water management essential for sustaining communities like Romeo, Bountiful, and Sanford. To the east, the terrain rises into the San Luis Hills and Piñon Hills, providing a sharp contrast to the flat valley floor. Local heritage is particularly evident in the cluster of burial grounds near the main town, such as the Old Manassa Cemetery, New Manassa Cemetery, and Soward Cemetery, while smaller locales like Los Cerritos and Espinosa dot the southern reaches.