2022 Map of Rock Crossing

About this map

Big Water Arroyo and Taylor Arroyo dominate the landscape of this high plains region in Las Animas County, carving deep, winding drainage patterns through the terrain. The map captures the specialized land use of the early 21st century, where industrial infrastructure like Pipeline Rd cuts across the section lines of the Public Land Survey System. The area is defined by its drainage network, including the western reaches of Burke Arroyo, which feeds into the larger arroyo systems that characterize the local geography. Human activity is sparse and primarily functional, represented by rural connections like Co Rd 143 that traverse the township boundaries of t30s r58w and t29s r59w. This survey illustrates the intricate natural watercourses that dictate the movement and development in this arid part of Colorado.