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2017 Map of Alamosa Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Alamosa Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Alamosa Canyon and its complex network of seasonal drainages define the high-desert landscape along the boundary between San Miguel and Harding Counties. This 2017 survey details a region shaped by erosion and water management, where numerous small reservoirs like Rincon Tank, Pothole Tank, and Mesquite Tank have been established to sustain land use in an arid environment. The topography is dominated by deep-cut features such as Salitre Canyon and Persiliano Canyon, while the elevated Rincon Colorado overlooks the eastern edge of the quadrangle.

Local infrastructure is concentrated along secondary routes like Nana S Ln and Co Rd J-1, providing access to the rugged interiors of Fowl Canyon and Dog Canyon. These labels reflect the naming conventions of early settlers and ranching operations, tracing the flow of ephemeral waters through Atarque Cr and Wynn Cr. The map preserves the exact alignment of the county line as it bisects this terrain, offering a clear view of the intersection between administrative boundaries and natural geological formations.