2010 Map of Pikes Stockade

About this map

Pikes Stockade stands at a historic confluence in Alamosa County, marking a landscape defined by complex water management and high-desert terrain. In this 2010 survey, the Conejos River and Rio Grande dominate the hydrology of the valley, supported by an intricate network of irrigation features including the Stewart Ditch, Lasauses Lateral, and Tenfoot Lateral. These engineered waterways suggest a long-standing reliance on diverted surface water for local agriculture between the San Luis Hills and Hansen Bluff. Natural water sources like McIntire Spring and Dexter Springs appear alongside prominent geological landmarks such as Saddleback Mountain and Sierro del Ojito. The map illustrates how human settlement and infrastructure, evidenced by the grid of county roads, have adapted to the winding paths of La Jara Creek and the seasonal demands of the San Luis Valley.