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2017 Map of Cutter Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Cutter Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Cutter Reservoir and its associated natural landmark, Cutter Lake Arch, serve as central focal points in this high-desert landscape of San Juan County. The terrain is defined by a complex network of drainage systems, including the prominent Cañon Largo and Blanco Canyon, which illustrate the erosion patterns characteristic of this New Mexico region. A series of secondary canyons, such as Escarbada Canyon, Manzanares Canyon, and Jasis Canyon, branch off from the primary washes, while the elevated Manzanares Mesa provides a distinct change in elevation.

Transportation throughout the area is facilitated by established routes like Co RD 4800 and Carrizo RD, which connect the remote canyon floors with the higher mesas. The presence of Carrizo Cr suggests the vital role of seasonal water in shaping the settlement and road patterns. This map offers a detailed perspective on the geographical relationship between Cutter Canyon and its surrounding geological features, including Medina Canyon and Carrizo Canyon.