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2011 Map of El Valle

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of El Valle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Rio de las Trampas and Rio Chiquito flow through this northern New Mexico landscape, defining the character of traditional high-altitude agriculture and settlement. The map reveals the intricate network of historic irrigation systems essential to the region, including the Acequia de Abajo de el Valle, Acequia Madre de Llano San Juan, and Acequia del Llano de San Miguel. These waterworks supported small communities such as El Valle, Vallecitos, and Hodges.

The terrain rises toward the Sangre de Cristo high country, marked by Trampas Peak and Jicarilla Peak. Notable landmarks for local history and resource management include Tafoya Ranch, Martinez Ranch, and several water infrastructure points like the Ojo Sarco Trick Tank. Recreational access to the wilderness is documented through numerous forest roads and sites such as Santa Barbara Campground and the Trampas Trailhead Campground, illustrating the modern balance between residential ranching and public land use.