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2022 Map of Branson SE

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Branson SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Bachicha Cr and Chacuaco Cr carve through this high plains landscape of southern Las Animas County, where the topography transitions into dramatic relief. The southern reaches of the map are defined by the deep incisions of Negro Canyon and Long Canyon, illustrating the complex drainage patterns that characterize this portion of the Colorado backcountry.

A sparse network of county roads, including Co Rd 147 and Co Rd 4, follows the section lines and natural contours, providing the primary access for ranching and land management. The grid-based settlement pattern is clearly visible through the Public Land Survey System notations, marking the boundaries of T33S through T35S. This contemporary survey serves as a vital record of the local infrastructure and the persisting geographic names that define this corner of the state.