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2011 Map of Arroyo Del Agua

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Arroyo del Agua and the surrounding high-desert mesas in Rio Arriba County are defined by a network of drainage systems and small settlements tied to the land. The confluence of the Rio Puerco and Salitral Creek serves as a geographic anchor for local activity, where the small community of Santa Teresa sits near the winding banks. The landscape is heavily marked by traditional land use patterns, evidenced by numerous named springs such as Cordovas Spring and Fuertes Spring, which are essential for livestock in this arid environment.

Upland features like Mesa Alta and Mesa Gurule dominate the northern terrain, separated by narrow canyons such as Cañada Schmidt. These elevations are accessible via several rural routes, including the Mesa Alta Rd and Forest Rd 438. The inclusion of specific family-named landmarks like Jaramillo-Montoya and Morfins Tank provides genealogical value, highlighting the deep-rooted ranching and homesteading heritage of northern New Mexico.