2020 Map of Dog Springs

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses this high-elevation landscape, where the Datil Mountains and Gallinas Mountains dominate the horizon. This 2020 topographic record shows a terrain defined by deep drainages like Dog Springs Canyon and Rock Tank Canyon, revealing the intricate hydrological patterns of the Socorro and Catron county line. Water management is a primary feature of the region, evidenced by numerous livestock or catchment points such as Gibson Tank, Taylor Tank, and the naturally occurring Rock Hole. In the southeast, North Lake and its corresponding North Lake Canyon provide a focal point for the local drainage system. The map documents the presence of Dog Springs, a critical water source in this arid environment, and traces the primary transit corridor along the winding CO RD that navigates the complex system of canyons and ridges.