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1965 Map of Bear Spring

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Lincoln National Forest dominates this mid-1960s terrain, revealing a network of drainage systems and isolated landmarks. The presence of the Jeffers Cem and several named water sources like Jeffers Spring and Gage Spring suggests early ranching or homesteading activity in these highlands. The landscape is defined by its deep incisions, with Bluewater Creek and Pinon Creek carving through the plateau alongside numerous canyons named for local figures or characteristics, such as Jim Lewis Canyon and Ben Williams Canyon. Higher elevations are monitored from the Carrisa Lookout Tower, while landmarks like Lick Ridge and Salt Rock Canyon provide further orientation. This survey serves as a record of the remote interior of Otero County before more modern development, highlighting the critical importance of reliable water sources like McEwan Spring and Bear Spring in the high desert environment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.6 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain