Mega Developments in Albuquerque

For some reason, Albuquerque, New Mexico, attracts sprawling massive development projects that may never be finished.

First, there is Mesa del Sol, covering 12,900 acres, that will eventually house 100,000 people.  However, there are only about 200 occupied homes today.

Second, there is Rio Rancho, which today is a city of about 90,000 north of Albuquerque covering about 100 sq. miles, two-thirds of which are vacant..  A development was planned in the 70s for 55,000 acres of land, but only a small portion was built.  The streets were laid out and are visible from space. See also Rio Rancho's tangled legacy.

Third, there is Loma Colorado.  While this is a successful development by Pulte, it still has many vacant lots.

And now, there is Santolina, a 13,700 acre development that will have a population of 95,000 upon completion.  However, there are concerns about the need for it, and also where it will get water.  See the official website.