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2017 Map of Flagstone Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Flagstone Mountain rises as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape of San Miguel County, where the Conchas River carves a winding path through the canyonlands. The terrain is defined by prominent mesas and drainage systems, with Yegua Mesa to the northeast and the expansive Mesa Montosa to the south. This 2017 survey reveals a sparsely populated ranching or conservation environment where water management is critical, evidenced by features like Harris Tank and Nafas Lake.

Canyon topography dominates the western half of the map, particularly through Conchas Canyon and Harris Canyon near Vivian Hill. Navigation through this rugged section of New Mexico is largely limited to unpaved routes like Co RD c48a, which follows the natural contours of the river valley. The map provides a clear view of the complex hydrography of the region, including smaller tributaries such as Cañada Tuloso and Solitre Cr, showing how water defines the movement and settlement patterns in this arid region.