2011 Map of Timpas

About this map

The settlement of Timpas stands at a central junction on this 2011 survey, reflecting the enduring arid-land infrastructure of Otero County. Located southeast of the village, the Timpas Cemetery provides a significant touchstone for genealogical research in this sparsely populated region. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems, with the intermittent flows of Timpas Creek, South Dry Creek, and West Dry Creek cutting through the terrain. The presence of Brown Reservoir and several named arroyos, including Lone Tree Arroyo and Hoe Ranch Arroyo, illustrates the essential relationship between local water management and ranching operations. Further south along the primary transportation corridor lies the location of Ayer, which, along with various rural routes like Aguirre Rd, indicates the historical movement and settlement patterns established long before modern mapping.