2013 Map of Progresso

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses the central elevations of this New Mexico landscape, where the Mesa de los Jumanos rises above the surrounding plains. The map centers on the small settlement of Progresso, located along NM-42, and its nearby Progresso Cem. This area is characterized by a network of ranching operations and water management features essential for high-desert life, including the Niemi Ranch, DeVaney Ranch, and Brown Ranch. Numerous windmills and tanks, such as the Garden Windmill and Progresso W Tank, are distributed across the terrain to support livestock. The topography is defined by several prominent drainages, most notably Pueblo Blanco Canyon and Bell Tank Canyon, which cut through the mesa edges. These features highlight a persistent ranching economy and the importance of isolated water sources in Torrance County's rural interior.