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1996 Map of Aden Crater

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Aden Crater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2001
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2001

About this map

Aden Crater Volcano and the extensive lava flows of The Malpais dominate this high-desert landscape in southern New Mexico. This 1996 photoinspection reveals a terrain defined by volcanic activity and the critical infrastructure required for ranching in an arid environment. A network of water catchments, including Johnson Tank, Brock Tank, and Sue Ann Tank, are distributed across the basin to support livestock, while Headquarters Hill stands as a prominent landmark in the northwestern quadrant.

To the west, the foothills of the West Potrillo Mountains rise from the desert floor. The map also documents a remote Landing Strip located north of the crater, indicating the area's isolation and the necessity of aerial access. This topographic study captures the intersection of geology and land use, showing how historical grazing operations adapted to the basaltic flows and open flats of the Chihuahuan Desert.