2023 Map of Goetsch Lake

About this map

Tipton Creek winds through this section of San Miguel County, carving a drainage pattern that eventually meets the Conchas River to the south. This 2023 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures a sparsely populated landscape defined by ranch roads and natural hydrology. The map's namesake, Goetsch Lake, sits in the eastern half of the quadrangle, accessible by the aptly named Goetsch Ln. The road network is limited to rural connectors such as Lynan Canyon Rd, Canter Rd, and S Range Rd, reflecting the open range and topographic character typical of this high-desert environment. The detail is particularly useful for modern land-use studies, showing the precise relationship between seasonal watercourses and local ranching access points.