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1966 Map of Galisteo

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Galisteo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Galisteo sits as the central hub of this mid-1960s landscape, where the high desert terrain is marked by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and ranching improvements. The area's deep history is evidenced by the Pueblo los Tanos Ruins near Galisteo Creek, while the modern era is defined by the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor passing through Spiess and Lamy.

Water management is the primary feature of the high plains, seen in the numerous family and ranch landmarks such as Thornton Ranch, McKee Ranch, and the School House Windmill. An Old Railroad Grade and Old Grade Railroad trace former paths through the hills, providing a window into the evolution of New Mexico's transportation infrastructure. From the heights of Cerro Colorado to the basin of Galisteo Lake, this survey documents a transition between ancient settlement sites and mid-century livestock operations.