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2010 Map of Doubtful Canyon

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Doubtful Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Steins Peak Range dominates this corner of the Arizona-New Mexico border, where mining prospects and ranching outposts define the desert landscape. The map details a legacy of extraction near the Peloncillo Mountains, featuring the National Mine, Eloro Mine, and Volcano Mine, alongside the Buckhorn Prospect and Mayflower Prospect. These sites are linked by rugged tracks like Volcano Mine Rd and Gas Line Rd, which trace the difficult topography of the region.

Settlement is sparse and centered on established holdings such as Braidfoot Ranch and the Wheeler Place. Hydrological features like Ward Spring and Canteen Spring were essential for survival in this arid environment, supporting livestock at Dean Tank and McKenzie Tank. The drainages of Doubtful Canyon and Powers Canyon carve through the terrain, leading toward landmarks like Roostercomb and Black Face.