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2010 Map of Cabra Hill

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Cabra Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Salitre and the high desert landscape of San Miguel County characterize this northern New Mexico quadrangle. The terrain is defined by a sparse network of ranching outposts and ephemeral waterways, most notably where the Conchas River winds through the central portion of the sheet. The convergence of Salitre Creek and other local drainage patterns reflects the essential role of water in this arid environment, providing the necessary geography for the established Cabra Springs Ranch and Conchas Ranch.

Tracing the path of Cabra Creek toward the southeast reveals the prominent landform of Cabra Hill, which stands as a landmark overlooking the valley. The presence of Cabra Springs illustrates the vital natural resources that likely dictated the placement of early settlements and road networks, such as the route labeled Creek 1a. This survey serves as a clear record of the rural land divisions and ranching infrastructure that persist in this remote corridor of the state.