2017 Map of Cantaralo Spring

About this map

Cantaralo Spring and the surrounding drainage systems of northern Cibola County define this arid landscape. The area is characterized by deep erosional features like Blanco Canyon and Seep Canyon, which channel seasonal water through the high desert. Ranching infrastructure is prominently recorded throughout the survey, with numerous water catchments such as Dead Forest Tank, Crockett Tank, and Duran Tank established to support livestock in an otherwise dry environment. These human-made features, alongside natural points like Marez Spring, indicate the historical reliance on scattered water sources across the New Mexico territory. Ephemeral waterways including Jaralosa Draw and Aguaje Draw provide context for the local topography, showing how water moves through Duran Canyon toward larger basins during rare rain events.