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2017 Map of D Cross Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape, where the Datil Mountains and Gallinas Mountains converge. The topography is defined by a complex network of drainages, most notably the seasonal Rio Salado and its numerous tributaries such as Miguel Chavez Canyon and Dog Springs Canyon. The presence of several stock tanks, including Blue Mesa Tank and a Rock Tank, suggests a land managed for grazing within the national forest boundaries.

Surface transportation is limited to rugged tracks like Red Lake Rd and Martin's Rd, reflecting the remote nature of this region along the border of Catron and Socorro counties. Significant geological landmarks such as the volcanic D Cross Mountain and the expansive Blue Mesa dominate the skyline, providing essential orientation points for those navigating this desert upland terrain in the early 21st century.