The Mother Ditch

Exploring the vital role of the mother ditch, or acequia madre, this book delves into the communal irrigation system that shaped Northern New Mexico's agricultural landscape. It highlights the cooperative spirit essential for maintaining these water ditches, overseen by the elected mayordomo, whose responsibilities reflected the community's needs. As many acequias have since dried up, the narrative evokes a sense of nostalgia for a time when survival depended on collective effort, emphasizing the historical significance of water in human progress. Available in English and Spanish.