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1953 Map of Bland

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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Bland (Ghost Town) and Pines (Ghost Town) anchor the southern end of this mountainous landscape in the Jemez Mountains, reflecting the area's legacy of resource extraction. The map details the intensive geological utility of the region, from the active Valle Grande Pumice Mine near the center to the Cochiti Mining District and the Washington Group claims further south. The terrain is defined by dramatic volcanic features including Valle Grande and high points like Rabbit Mountain. Evidence of early cattle ranching and homesteading is scattered throughout the canyons, noted by labels for the Tent Rock Ranch and former residences like the Bruce Place. Transport through the Sierra de los Valles relies on a network of high-altitude routes such as St Peters Dome Road and the Frijoles Trail, which navigate the deep incisions of Cañon de los Frijoles and Alamo Canyon.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain