2010 Map of Cerro Del Oro

About this map

Cerro del Oro and the expansive Mesa del Oro dominate this high-desert landscape of Cibola County, where the topography is defined by complex arroyo systems and isolated ranching outposts. Water management is the primary narrative of the terrain, evidenced by the numerous catchment features like Horse Pasture Tank, Jonah Tank, and Seis-Wilson Detention Dam Number 1. Small-scale ranching life is centered around locations such as Orchard Place and Seis-Wilson Ranch, supported by vital water sources including Salado Spring and the Lonely Windmill. The map tracks the passage of Arroyo Colorado as it cuts through the mesas, alongside significant canyons like Cañon Palo Blanco. The southeastern corner shows the influence of Indian Rte 55 and the family-named landmarks Bill Aseyna Tank and Cañon Villa de Aseyna, providing a look at land use and livestock infrastructure in this arid region at the start of the 21st century.