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2023 Map of Gallo Mountains East

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Gallo Mountains East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Apache National Forest lands dominate this high-altitude terrain in Catron County, characterized by the rugged western slopes of the Gallo Mountains. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems and isolated peaks, including Agua Fria Mtn and deep cuts like Bull Camp Canyon and Sawmill Canyon. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by dozens of named tanks and springs scattered across the survey area.

Researchers will find a concentration of localized landmarks such as Gallo Lake, White Rock Lake, and historically significant watering points like Pueblo Spring and Malpais Spring. The distribution of these water sources alongside routes like the Sawmill Canyon Trl and Tank Trl reflects a landscape primarily utilized for forest management and ranching. Small-scale topographical details, including Harris Creek and Gallita Canyon, provide a high level of specificity for those tracing modern land use or backcountry terrain in this part of New Mexico.