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2023 Map of Belen NW

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Belen NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Rio Puerco meanders through the eastern portion of this Valencia County landscape, carving a distinct path through the arid terrain of central New Mexico. The geography is defined by a series of intermittent water features and drainages, including the southern reaches of Arroyo Monte Belen. These watercourses provided critical resources for ranching and early land management in a region where water security was paramount.

Industrial and infrastructure patterns are evidenced by the presence of Marble Quarry Rd, which cuts across the southern township lines, suggesting localized resource extraction. Several water management sites are positioned across the quadrangle, notably Guzman Reservoir, Metate Reservoir, and Target Reservoir. These features, alongside the township and range boundaries of t6n r1w and t5n r1w, illustrate the systematic division and utilization of this high-desert environment in the modern era.