2010 Map of Melena

About this map

The Pecos River snakes through the eastern edge of this Chaves County landscape, providing a sharp contrast to the arid expanses of Garcia Flat and the rising elevations of the Dunnahoo Hills. In the early 21st century, this region south of Roswell is characterized by its wide-reaching drainage networks, including Salt Creek and the Arroyo del Macho. The small settlement at Melena sits near the junction of several critical transport routes, notably the Old Clovis Hwy and Bitter Lakes Rd, which intersect the central plains. Local resource extraction and water management are evident at Beavers Pit and Lowe Lake, while landmarks like Ballard Hill and the uniquely named Ink Pots punctuate the northern terrain. This survey provides a clear view of the ranching and agricultural grid, defined by named corridors like Cottonwood Rd and Capitan Ave.