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2010 Map of Sumner Dam

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Sumner Dam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Sumner Dam controls the northern reach of this landscape, impounding the waters of the Pecos River to form Lake Sumner. The surrounding terrain in De Baca County is defined by a network of drainage systems including Salado Creek, Guadalupe Arroyo, and Tigre Arroyo. Small settlements and ranching outposts like Salado and Guadalupe are vital points of interest for local history, specifically noting the Guadalupe Post Office and two distinct burial grounds: Salado Creek Cemetery and Guadalupe Cemetery.

The presence of numerous named water-pumping landmarks, such as the Jose Marie Windmill, North Windmill, and West Sand Springs Windmill, illustrates the historical reliance on groundwater for livestock across the high plains. Connected by routes like Guadalupe Rd and County Rd 3, these remote sites and family-named locations like Koontz Ranch and Trojillo Ranch provide a clear view of the rural ranching economy and infrastructure in the early 21st century.