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2013 Map of Arroyo Seco

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Arroyo Seco
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Taos Pueblo and the surrounding high-altitude desert landscape appear here in 2013, defined by the ancient relationship between water and mountain. The map details a complex irrigation system including the Arroyo Seco Ditch and Tenorio Ditch, which support the agricultural communities of Valdez, Arroyo Hondo, and Arroyo Seco. These settlements are situated at the feet of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, where the Rio Hondo and Arroyo Seco watercourse descend through deep canyons like Hondo Canyon.

Genealogists and local historians can trace specific residential roads and ranch sites, such as the Del Monte Ranch, Lawrence Ranch, and Hondo Cabin. Much of the northern and eastern terrain is preserved within the Carson National Forest, encompassing peaks like Lobo Peak and Gallina Peak. This survey provides a precise look at the modern layout of these high-elevation villages, showing the proximity of tribal lands to the diverse mountain topography and the critical water management infrastructure of the region.