2023 Map of McAlister

About this map

McAlister anchors this high plains landscape in eastern New Mexico, a region defined by its expansive drainage systems and organized section lines. The settlement is closely associated with the McAlister Cem, providing a focal point for genealogical research in this part of Quay County. The terrain is marked by significant water features, including the meandering path of Alamosa Creek which cuts through the southern half of the quadrangle, and the presence of Caballo Lake and Burk Lake. A rigid network of rural routes, such as Quay Road 31 and Q R 33, illustrates the modern connectivity of this ranching and agricultural territory. The map effectively captures the intersection of natural hydrology and the rectilinear human imprint of the Public Land Survey System, specifically within the boundaries of t6n r30e and surrounding townships.