2017 Map of Huerfanito Peak

About this map

Huerfanito Peak dominates this San Juan County landscape, serving as a prominent landmark amidst a complex network of eroded drainages and elevated plateaus. The 2017 survey reveals a terrain defined by deep incisions like Muñoz Canyon and Armenta Canyon, which carve through the high ground of Harris Mesa. A rare water source, Armenta Canyon Spring, is located in the northwestern portion of the quadrangle, illustrating the critical points of hydrology in an otherwise arid environment. The map details a sparse infrastructure of rural roads, including RD 7225 and Co RD 7175, which navigate the various canyon floors and ridges. These routes suggest a landscape primarily utilized for grazing or resource access, connecting remote landmarks like Angel Peak and Reed Canyon across the township and range grid.