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1981 Map of Horse Mountain East

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Horse Mountain East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Horse Mountain dominates the northwestern quadrant of this high-desert survey, where the terrain drops away into a series of strategic water points and drainage features. The landscape is defined by its reliance on groundwater, indicated by the numerous named wells scattered across the plains and foothills. These locations, such as McMaster Well, Alamo Well, and Stockyards Well, highlight the infrastructure necessary for ranching and livestock management in the arid Catron County environment.

A sparse network of roads and a single Trail provide access between these remote sites, while Nester Draw and Log Canyon carve natural pathways through the topography. Evidence of local industry appears at the Gravel Pit near the mountain base. The map reveals a highly specialized landscape where every named feature—from Josephine Well to Chamizal Well—serves a specific functional purpose for land use and navigation in the late twentieth century.