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2011 Map of Ares Peak

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Ares Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Three Forks and the surrounding ranching country of Eddy County are defined by a complex network of arroyos and canyons on this 2011 survey. The landscape is marked by the vital presence of water infrastructure in a dry environment, evidenced by named features like Montgomery Tank, Wilson Tank, and the Acrey Water Storage Tank. These artificial catchments support the local livestock operations, such as the National Ranch located in the southern portion of the quadrangle.

Drainage systems including North Rocky Arroyo and Indian Creek carve through the terrain, creating distinct landforms like Powers Ridge and Pierce Canyon. The map reveals the intricate webbing of ranch and forest roads, such as routes 277a and 522, which connect isolated outposts like Hearn to the broader region. The prominence of Ares Peak serves as a primary landmark for navigating this high-desert topography.