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2017 Map of Canon Agua Buena

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Carthage and Old Carthage anchor the southern reaches of this landscape, a region defined by arid drainages and isolated landmarks in Socorro County. The presence of the Carthage Cem near the intersection of modern road networks provides a focal point for genealogical research in this sparsely settled area. The terrain transitions from the elevations of the Blackington Hills and Cerro del Viboro down toward the winding course of the San Pedro Arroyo.

Strategic water features such as Taylor Tank, CC Tank, and Triple A Tank are scattered across the high desert, indicating the essential infrastructure for ranching and resource management. The map's detail also documents the canyon system of Cañon Agua Buena, alongside an extensive network of access routes including Quebrada Rd and several military-designated paths like WSMR P Route 5, reflecting the area's proximity to regional government reservations.