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2013 Map of Frutosa Lake

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Frutosa Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Mora River carves through the transition between high plains and canyon country in this high-desert landscape of San Miguel and Mora counties. This region is defined by its deep canyons, including Garza Canyon and Cañon Cibolo, which drain toward the river's path. Water is the primary driver of settlement here, as evidenced by the dispersed collection of family-named landmarks like Wiggins Ranch, Berlier Ranch, and Capps.

A network of hydraulic infrastructure supports local ranching, with Morrison Windmill and Taylor Windmill serving as vital landmarks in an arid environment. Smaller water features such as Frutosa Lake, Morrison Lake, and Cabra Spring dot the terrain near Pinos Altos, while higher elevations like Mejan Mesa overlook the drainages of Pedroso Cr. The map provides a clear picture of the ranching lifeways that persist in this corner of New Mexico.