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2017 Map of El Paso Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Timberon stands as the primary settlement on this high-altitude landscape, situated within the southern reaches of the Lincoln National Forest. The area is defined by the significant topographic variations of the Sacramento Mountains, where deep drainage systems like El Paso Canyon and West McAfee Canyon carve through the limestone terrain. This 2017 study illustrates the intersection of civilian life and military jurisdiction, as the southern portion of the quadrangle transitions into the massive Fort Bliss military reservation.

Water management in this arid environment is evidenced by features such as Womack Tank, Rim Tank, and Sombrero Tank, which are essential for supporting local wildlife and livestock in the canyons. The presence of Culp Peak provides a prominent landmark overlooking Culp Canyon, while residential street names like Longfellow Rd and Mountainaire Dr indicate the development footprint of the community in the mountains.