1952 Map of Tome SE

About this map

Tome Grant and the Casa Colorada Grant define the complex historical land divisions of Valencia County in the mid-20th century. This area, updated with 1970s aerial revisions, shows a landscape transitioning from the open desert floor to the steep eastern rises of the Manzano Mountains. Significant markers of water management and early ranching infrastructure are visible, including the Levee and several remote water sources such as Mountain Well and North Well. The northeastern corner is dominated by the Manzano Mountain Wilderness, providing a clear look at the topographic break between the Rio Grande valley floor and the high-elevation terrain. This map is particularly useful for those studying the boundaries of the Belen Grant or tracking family landmarks like the VABM 5194 Pyle geodetic marker.