2010 Map of Twin Mesa

About this map

Gerhardt Valley defines this expansive landscape in De Baca County, where the high plains of New Mexico are marked by a network of ranching homesteads and intermittent watercourses. The map traces the path of Truchas Creek and Red Tank Creek as they wind through the terrain, supporting local operations like Wright Ranch and Powell Ranch. This 2010 survey details the essential rural infrastructure of the era, from the elevated relief of Twin Mesa to the distinct network of county roads such as County Rd 3-19 and House Cap Rd that connect isolated properties. Researchers will find a preserved look at modern land use in a region where cattle ranching remains the primary activity, evidenced by the scattered presence of Morgan Ranch, Buckeye Ranch, and Koll Ranch.