2020 Map of Pennington

About this map

Pennington sits at a crossroads in the northeastern New Mexico highlands, surrounded by a landscape carved by ephemeral drainages and essential water sources. The town serves as a focal point for the surrounding cattle country, where topography like Tramperos Canyon and Goat Canyon dictates the movement of both livestock and travel. Water is the defining feature of this arid terrain, with Foundation Spring and Poison Springs marking critical points on the landscape. Local family history is centered at the Dempsey Cem west of town, while the presence of Shearing Shed Lake underscores the region’s long-standing ranching heritage. Roads like Pasamonte Rd and Pennington Rd follow the section lines and natural contours of Union County, connecting these isolated settlements and landmarks through a network of creeks including Tramperos Cr and Bushnell Cr.