2013 Map of Sunshine Mesa

About this map

Sunshine Mesa rises above the high plains of Guadalupe County, defining a landscape shaped by water management and ranching operations. The small settlement of Los Tanos sits at the northern edge of the map, served by the railroad and nearby Los Tanos Cr. The distribution of features like Moorhouse Ranch and a network of specialized water sources, including the West Buck Trap Windmill and Big Spring Pasture Windmill, illustrates the extensive infrastructure required for livestock in this arid environment. Significant water bodies such as Nine Hundred Acre Lake and the S Los Tanos Tank provide critical focal points for the surrounding terrain. These elements, alongside the winding Arroyo San Juan de Dios, offer a detailed view of the regional geography as it existed in the early 21st century.