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2013 Map of Cerro Montoso

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Cerro Montoso
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Los Pinos Mountains and the peak of Cerro Montoso define this arid landscape in Socorro County. Remote ranching infrastructure is the primary mark of human activity, represented by the Burris and Nunn Ranch and Parker Ranch. The map details a complex drainage system essential for survival in this environment, including Montosa Draw, Entraniosa Draw, and Patterson Draw.

Water management is further evidenced by features like John Renlods Tank and Patterson Tank, alongside historical industrial sites such as the Tom Wright Mill and the Agua de los Torres Mill. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevations and deep canyons, from Pelon Canyon to the broad expanse of Sepultura Flat, providing a detailed look at the geographic character of this high-desert region.