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2010 Map of Cherry Valley Lake

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Cherry Valley Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Mora River winds through this New Mexico landscape, shaping a valley where agricultural infrastructure like the South Company Ditch supports local land use. The area is characterized by a mix of natural and engineered water features, including Pedroso Creek and Cherry Valley Lake, which sits south of the primary river course. A distinct landform known as The Island is situated in the eastern portion of the quadrangle, likely defined by the shifting or branching path of the river.

Evidence of the local community and its history is centered around the small settlement of Shoemaker and the nearby Cherry Valley Cemetery. The road network connects these points across a terrain of varying elevations, providing a clear picture of rural habitation in San Miguel County during the early 21st century. The map offers a detailed view of how water rights and topographic features influenced the placement of original settlements and cemeteries.