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2023 Map of Cerro Verde

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Cerro Verde
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Cerro Verde and the high elevations of Sierra Lucero dominate this high-desert landscape in Cibola County. The terrain is defined by volcanic features, most notably Volcano Hill and the prominent plateau of Black Mesa. These formations rise above a network of drainage systems, including Arroyo Colorado in the northwest and Arroyo Lucero along the eastern edge of the survey area.

Human activity is concentrated along the northern boundary, where Indian Svc Rte 541 provides access across the arid plains near Tsidu-Weza. The landscape is etched by deep cuts like Rock Tank Canyon and Ponia Canyon, illustrating the erosional patterns of the New Mexico interior. This survey documents the intersection of significant geological landmarks and essential infrastructure within the Public Land Survey System grids.