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2010 Map of Horsehead Canyon

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Horsehead Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Rio Pescado and Rio Nutria converge in the northern portion of this landscape, eventually forming the Zuni River. This high-desert drainage system is defined by prominent topographical landmarks and an extensive network of Indian Service Routes that connect remote points across the terrain. These roads, such as Indian Service Route 9 and Indian Service Route 15, follow the natural contours of the land, navigating through and around massive geological features like Horsehead Canyon and Chama Canyon.

Significant landmarks such as Feather Rock, Pierced Rock, and the distinctive Two Grey Hills serve as essential orientation points. To the east, the terrain rises toward Knife Hill, while the northeastern corner is carved by Coal Mine Canyon. The map illustrates a land managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, where the infrastructure is primarily geared toward accessibility within the reservation and the management of natural water resources and traditional landmarks.