2023 Map of Frutosa Lake

About this map

The Mora River winds through a high plateau landscape defined by deep drainages and isolated water sources along the boundary of Mora County and San Miguel County. This arid upland region is punctuated by prominent geological features such as Mejan Mesa and a series of named canyons including Garza Canyon and Cañon Cibolo. The presence of Frutosa Lake, Morrison Lake, and Cabra Spring highlights the vital importance of surface water in this expansive rangeland. The map illustrates a sparse transportation network consisting of routes like Co RD 31 and Co RD C 53 A, which provide access across the rugged breaks of the Canadian River watershed. This survey captures a modern view of traditional New Mexican grazing lands where the terrain itself dictates the pattern of human movement and land use.