2010 Map of Montoya Point

About this map

Montoya Point stands as the primary landmark in this corner of San Miguel County, overlooking a landscape defined by seasonal watercourses and remote ranching infrastructure. The drainage patterns of the high plains are clearly delineated by the winding paths of La Cinta Creek and Arroyo del Gato, which cut through the terrain. In a region where water management is essential for survival, the placement of isolated landmarks such as the Upper Perra Windmill, Prairie Dog Windmill, and Three Legged Windmill reveals the footprint of local cattle ranching. These small, functional sites are connected by a network of unimproved roads and tracks that follow the natural contours of the land, illustrating the vast distances and specialized land use in this part of northeastern New Mexico during the early 21st century.