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1963 Map of Apache Peak

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Apache Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Gila National Forest encompasses the western half of this Sierra County landscape, where the terrain breaks into a complex network of canyons and mesas. High points like Apache Peak and Flagpole Mountain overlook a series of drainages, including North Seco, Middle Seco, and South Seco. These canyons are vital for water management in an arid environment, evidenced by infrastructure like the South Seco Windmill and numerous named catchments such as New Tank and Antelope Canyon.

Evidence of ranching life is found at the L M Boy Ranch in the northeast, while the southern reaches feature broad landmarks like Milkhouse Mesa and Magner Park. The map also traces the winding course of Las Animas Creek through Chacon Park, supported by various water sources such as Maverick Spring and B Spring. This 1963 field-checked survey provides a clear view of the springs, wells, and tanks that defined land use in this part of New Mexico before modern development.