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2013 Map of Graveyard Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Timberon sits within the high-elevation terrain of the Lincoln National Forest, anchoring a landscape defined by the Sacramento Mountains. This 2013 survey reveals the intricate drainage systems and canyons that shape the Otero County wilderness, including the headwaters of the Sacramento River and the winding Agua Chiquita Cr. The presence of the Timberon Airport and the settlement of Crisp highlight the human footprint in this mountainous region, while numerous water sources like Bear Wallow Spring and Sulfur Spring point to the area's essential natural resources.

Deep canyons such as Graveyard Canyon, Scott Able Canyon, and Jim Lewis Canyon dominate the topography, illustrating the rugged erosion patterns of the Sacramento range. For researchers and genealogists, the map preserves family-named landmarks and peaks like Jefferies Peak and Jim Jefferies Canyon, offering a detailed view of the backcountry road networks and forest service routes as they existed in the early 21st century.