1998 Map of Rardin Hill

About this map

Kiowa National Grassland dominates this high-plains landscape where New Mexico meet the Oklahoma and Texas panhandles. Managed by the Cibola National Forest, the territory is defined by the drainage of Seneca Creek and significant topographical rises such as Rardin Hill and the prominent Rabbit Ear Mesa to the southwest. The presence of numerous named water sources like Barton Windmill, Messinger Windmill, and Dorizzi Windmill underscores the critical importance of groundwater for ranching in this arid tri-state border region. Human history is etched into the terrain at Creeds Chapel Cem and marked by Clarks Monument near the southern boundary. The infrastructure of the late 20th century is visible through the Booster Station Road and a major Pipeline cutting across Goodin Valley and Apache Draw, reflecting the area's role in regional energy transport.