2016 Map of Meredith Hill

About this map

Meredith Hill stands as the primary topographic landmark in this section of the Arkansas River Valley, where the border of Crowley and Otero counties meets. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of early 21st-century irrigation infrastructure, essential for supporting agriculture in this semi-arid region. Water management is centered around the Horse Cr and Black Draw Reservoir, which feeds into a system of man-made waterways including the Horse Cr and Black Draw Ditch and the Fort Lyon Storage Canal. The winding path of Horse Cr cuts through the center of the terrain, eventually meeting the deep depression of Black Draw. This survey illustrates the reliance on managed water systems, with features like the Lake Canal and Lewis Lateral showcasing how the natural drainage of the High Plains has been diverted to sustain local land use.