2010 Map of Ramon

About this map

Ramon serves as the central focal point for this Lincoln County high-desert landscape, where ranching and water management define the settlement patterns. The map highlights the reliance on man-made water features such as Bethell Tank, Red Bluff Tank, and Burnt Tank to sustain life and livestock in an arid environment marked by Red Bluffs. Significant family-held properties like Simpson Ranch and Merritt Ranch are connected by a network of local roads including County RD-b048. The local geography is etched by seasonal watercourses like Loco Draw, Automobile Draw, and Dipping Vat Draw, the latter suggesting the historical importance of sheep or cattle ranching in the region. Notable landmarks such as the Mile High point and the curiously named Automobile Lake provide specific waypoints for researchers studying the land use and topography of this New Mexico territory.