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2013 Map of Crosby Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The high-altitude drainage of Cibola National Forest defines this landscape in Catron County, where the Crosby Mountains and Datil Mountains meet. Water management is the primary human imprint on this arid terrain, documented through a dense network of named springs, tanks, and windmills. Landmarks such as Webster Place and the Baldwin Cabin indicate a history of ranching or seasonal habitation along the canyon floors.

Transport is dictated by the dramatic topography of the Sugarloaf Canyon and Slaughter Canyon systems, with US Hwy 60 cutting a path through the northern reaches. The reliance on scattered water sources like Crosby Springs and Sugarloaf Spring illustrates the logistical challenges of high-country ranching. These features, along with specialized infrastructure like the Flying V Number 1 Windmill, provide a clear picture of the mid-century land use patterns in this part of New Mexico.