2010 Map of Sky Valley Ranch

About this map

Rio Grande waters define the western edge of this Costilla County landscape, where the high desert terrain meets a structured grid of agricultural roads and irrigation infrastructure. The settlement of Eastdale and the ranching hub of Sky Valley Ranch serve as focal points in an area shaped by the management of water, evidenced by the Jaroso Ditch, Garcia Tank, and the Anderson Reservoir to the southeast. To the northeast, the volcanic profile of Mesita Hill rises above the plain, hosting the Jake and Hank Mine. This 2010 survey illustrates the enduring intersection of historic land use and modern resource management, from the tiny community of Jaroso near the southern border to the Jaroso Cemetery, which provides a touchstone for local family history and genealogy. The naming conventions of local routes, such as Hovenweep Trl and Uncompagre Trl, reflect a synthesis of regional cultural influences within the San Luis Valley.