2022 Map of Turkey Canyon

About this map

The Purgatoire River meanders across the northern portion of this landscape, carving a distinct corridor through the arid terrain of Bent County. This 2022 survey illustrates the hydrological network of the region, where water management is visible through features like the Landsat Number A-44A Reservoir and the Kelly Water Hole. The geography is defined by deep incisions in the high plains, most notably Turkey Canyon, which runs centrally through the quadrangle, alongside Baker Canyon and Richards Canyon to the southwest. A sparse grid of rural roads, including Co RD S and Co RD 9, provides the primary access to this ranching country. The presence of the County-Canal in the southeast corner indicates the ongoing importance of water diversion in this high-desert environment.