2011 Map of Timpas SW

About this map

Water management in the high plains of Otero County defines this landscape, where a series of small, scattered catchments appear as critical infrastructure for ranching and agriculture. Named features such as Smith Reservoir, Larson Reservoir, and School Section Reservoir are distributed along the drainage paths of West Dry Creek and South Dry Creek. The presence of Wilson Windmill, Reed Windmill, and Nemo Windmill further emphasizes the reliance on groundwater in this arid environment. The road network, including County Rd 6 and County Road S, frames a system of range management that likely supports the Dry Creek Camp. This map provides a clear picture of the land-use patterns and hydrological engineering required to sustain life in southeastern Colorado during the early 21st century.