2013 Map of Separ NE

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-desert landscape in Grant County, marking the hydrological spine of the region. This 2013 survey documents a sparsely populated area defined by essential water infrastructure and remote outposts. Named landmarks like Guess Place and The Saltys suggest a history of localized ranching or individual land claims in a terrain where water sources are vital. Artificial water catchments, including Sappington Tank and Government Tank, are scattered across the quadrangle, supporting livestock and wildlife where natural drainage like Burro Cienaga may be seasonal. The transport network is anchored by the north-south corridor of NM-146 and the utilitarian Pipeline Rd, which cut through the public land survey system grid of Township 24 South and 25 South.