2023 Map of Spalding

About this map

The Mimbres River drainage defines this high-desert landscape in Luna County, where the legacy of early southwestern passage is etched into the modern road network. The historic Butterfield Trl crosses the northern portion of the quadrangle, paralleling modern routes like Forsyth Rd and Bartlett Rd. Small settlements and named locales such as Old Town and Spalding serve as focal points in an area dominated by intricate drainage systems, including San Vicente Arroyo and Lambright Draw. The map details a transition from flat basin lands toward more complex terrain like Provinger Canyon and La Jolla in the east. Local history researchers can trace the movement of water and travelers through this arid corridor, noting how landmarks like Jones Spring Draw and Antelope Draw have historically dictated the placement of roads and homesteads.