2012 Map of Razor Blade Mesa

About this map

The Cimarron River meanders through this high plains borderland, carving a distinct hydrological pattern across the arid terrain of Oklahoma and Colorado. Near the settlement of Castaneda, the landscape is defined by dramatic topographical rises such as Razor Blade Mesa and Sugarloaf Mtn. This 2012 survey illustrates the relationship between these prominent mesas and the intricate network of drainage canyons, including Aubrey Canyon and Ute Canyon. Local history is anchored by the Garrett Cem, a vital point for genealogists tracing early residents of Cimarron County. The interplay between the river and its tributaries, like Cold Springs Cr and Flagg Springs Cr, reveals the essential water sources that dictated ranching and land use patterns in this high-altitude environment. A network of rural routes, including n0277 RD and e0050, connects these isolated geographical features across the state line.