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1981 Map of Cox Peak

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Cox Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape in Catron County, where the topography is defined by significant peaks and essential water infrastructure for livestock and land management. The namesake Cox Peak rises as a central landmark above a network of drainages including Nester Draw and Slash Draw. Given the arid environment, the map meticulously records various water sources, from natural features like Jones Spring and Lemon Lake to man-made improvements.

Settlement patterns in this portion of New Mexico are reflected in the numerous named wells and tanks, which served as vital hubs for local ranching operations. Features such as Mc Clusky Well, Raino Windmill, and Red Well reveal the scattered nature of human activity in this era. The presence of Cox Lake and various "tanks" like Antelope Tank and Last Chance Tank highlights the persistent efforts to manage water across the varied terrain of Flying V Canyon and the surrounding forest lands.