2023 Map of Pinon

Water management is central to the history of this arid terrain, as evidenced by the numerous catchment features named for local figures and ranching needs. Researchers will find a high concentration of livestock infrastructure, such as Dipping Vat Tank, Jim Godley Tank, and Scott Tank. These features, alongside ephemeral water bodies like Richardson Lake and Shockley Lake, illustrate the vital importance of seasonal water sources for sustaining life and industry in the New Mexico high country.