2023 Map of McLaughlin Bridge

About this map

Kiowa National Grassland defines the eastern portion of this high plains landscape, where the drainage systems of Corrumpa Creek and Alamosita Creek carve through the terrain. The map captures a transition between protected public lands and private ranching territory, structured by a network of county roads including Lake Rd and Kear Rd. Evidence of early settlement persists in the presence of Grandview Cem, a vital waypoint for genealogists tracing family roots in this sparsely populated section of Union County. The hydrology of the region is further marked by Rafael Creek and Alamos Creek, which provide a clear picture of the natural water distribution across the township and range grids. This survey reflects the modern management of these ancestral grazing lands, documenting the enduring rural infrastructure that connects isolated homesteads to the wider county network.