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2011 Map of Table Mesa

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Table Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Table Mesa dominates this corner of Las Animas County, where the high plains transition into a network of arroyos and canyons. The landscape is defined by its water sources, with scattered points like Watt Spring, O'Hair Spring, and Twin Springs providing vital resources in an otherwise arid environment. These natural landmarks were the anchors for early settlement in the region, as evidenced by the local community infrastructure found along the section lines.

Genealogists and local historians will find the footprints of past generations at Robb School and the nearby Robb Cemetery, both situated along County Rd 223. The drainage systems, including Burro Arroyo, Freezeout Creek, and the winding Soldier Creek through Soldier Canyon, reveal the natural corridors that dictated the placement of the county road network. The map provides a clear record of the intersection between this cattle-country terrain and the rural developments that sustained its inhabitants into the 21st century.