2020 Map of Quemado Hills

About this map

Quemado Hills and the surrounding mesas dominate this portion of Quay County, illustrating the transition from high plateaus to the flatlands of Ogle Flat in the south. The landscape is defined by its drainage patterns, with Blanca Cr and Charco Cr cutting through the terrain toward the larger Plaza Larga Cr. The northern edge of the map preserves a section of the historic Rte 66 corridor, running parallel to modern transit routes and providing a clear look at the transportation infrastructure that has long connected this part of New Mexico. Significant elevation features like Palomas Mesa, Palomas Hills, and Mesa del Puerta provide clear landmarks for researchers studying the geographic layout of the Llano Estacado's northwestern reaches.