2017 Map of Indian Mesa

About this map

The Cibola National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape, where the Gallinas Mountains and Indian Mesa define the local topography. This 2017 survey details a network of water resources vital to this arid region, from natural features like Casimero Spring and North Lake to man-made catchments such as Pinto Tank, Roberts Tanks, and Rene Tank. The terrain is deeply incised by drainage systems including Jaramillo Canyon and Long Canyon, illustrating the complex erosional patterns of the New Mexico interior. Transportation is limited to functional routes such as Martin's Rd and Co Rd 1, which connect the scattered water points and range lands. The map provides a contemporary record of land use within the township and range system, showing how vital springs and tanks are positioned relative to the canyon bottoms and mesa tops.