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2023 Map of Cordova Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Cordova Canyon and Burns Canyon define the high terrain of this Rio Arriba County landscape. The area is characterized by a network of drainage ways and seasonal water bodies, including Luna Lake and Muniz Pond, which serve as vital landmarks in this arid environment. Significant water features like Boulder Creek and La Jara Creek wind through the valleys, illustrating the natural hydrological patterns of the region.

Modern infrastructure is represented by the Jicarilla Apache Nation Airport, positioned in the northeastern sector near the confluence of local roads. The map reveals a remote landscape where land use is guided by historical section lines and the proximity to local routes such as Stone Lake Rd. This topographic study documents the intersection of indigenous land management and the essential water resources that have historically dictated movement across the La Jara Canyon area.