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2017 Map of Bloomfield

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Bloomfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The San Juan River corridor serves as the primary artery through this high-desert landscape in San Juan County, sustaining the community of Bloomfield and the nearby settlements of West Hammond and Blanco. Agriculture and water management are central to the area's development, evidenced by the Citizens Ditch which skirts the northern bluffs above the river valley. The town of Bloomfield displays a structured grid of residential streets like Nevada, Arizona, and Delaware, reflecting its role as a regional hub.

Surrounding the river valley, the topography is defined by a series of rugged erosional features, including Bloomfield Canyon, Sullivan Canyon, and Kutz Canyon. For those exploring local family history, the Hammond Cem is situated south of the river near Creighton Canyon. This layout highlights the contrast between the lush, irrigated valley floor and the surrounding canyons and draws like Valdez Draw, which have shaped the movement of people and livestock for generations.