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2017 Map of Jacinto Mesa

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Jacinto Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Jacinto Mesa stands as a prominent high point in this landscape where the borders of San Miguel and Torrance counties meet. The terrain is defined by a series of significant drainage systems, including the Agua Verde Draw, Encinosa Draw, and the winding Arroyo Chimaja to the northeast. Water management is a primary feature of this ranching or grazing territory, evidenced by the numerous named stock tanks and pits that dot the land.

Researchers will find a collection of family-named or descriptive water sources such as Refugio Tank, Buddy Tank, and Molasses Tank. The presence of Milagro Spring near the southern boundary suggests a reliable natural water point amidst the more modern interventions like Franks Pit and Victors Pit. The map captures the distinct topography of the canyonlands, specifically the Cañon de Jacinto and Cañon de la Luvina, which carve through the mesa's surroundings.