2010 Map of South Spring

About this map

The Pecos River and its tributary, the South Spring River, carve through this section of the Chaves County plains, defining a landscape shaped by intensive water management. The irrigation network is dominated by the prominent Hagerman Canal, which runs north-to-south to support the agricultural settlements of East Grand Plains and Midway. This 2010 survey illustrates a region where ranching history and modern infrastructure meet, evidenced by the large South Spring Ranch and Oasis Ranch. To the south, the community of Chisum and the Orchard Park Station near the southern boundary reflect the importance of rail and road transport in moving goods from these desert plains. The grid of county highways and named roads like Milky Way Rd and Cedarvale Rd connect the scattered residential clusters of South Spring Acres and Fairbanks.