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1991 Map of Belen NW

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Belen NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

The Rio Puerco carves a winding path through this arid reach of Valencia County, defining a landscape shaped by historical land grants and livestock ranching. The eastern portion of the map is dominated by the Nicolas Duran de Chavez Grant and the Belen Grant, reflecting the region’s deep colonial and territorial heritage. Unlike more developed areas, this terrain is marked primarily by infrastructure for water and ranching, with remote outposts like the Shearing Corral and various fenced Corral sites.

Critical water management is visible through features such as the Metate Reservoir, Target Reservoir, and several named water sources like the Pueblo Windmill, Popalito Windmill, and Flack Well. The map also traces the Arroyo Monte Belen as it cuts toward the river valley. The presence of a significant Pipeline and intermittent 4wd trails suggests a landscape dedicated to utility and resource management in the late 20th century.