2017 Map of Spalding

About this map

The Mimbres River winds southward through this arid Luna County landscape, defining the hydrology of the Spalding area. The settlement pattern is sparse, dominated by the long diagonal reach of N Gold Ave and a network of secondary routes like Co Rd D018 and Perrin Rd. The terrain is characterized by a series of significant drainage features, including San Vicente Arroyo, Antelope Draw, and Lampbright Draw, which channel seasonal runoff toward the river valley. Of particular historical interest is the northern corridor containing the Butterfield Trl, a namesake of the mid-19th-century overland mail route. This survey also records the location of La Jolla to the east and names several family-linked landmarks such as Porter Draw and Jones Spring Draw, offering a clear view of how modern ranching and county roads overlay the high desert's natural watercourses.