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2002 Map of Jarosa

Name: 2002 Topographic Map of Jarosa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2003
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2003

About this map

The high-altitude terrain of the Santa Fe National Forest defines this part of Rio Arriba County, where the San Pedro Mountains meet the volcanic and erosional features of Northern New Mexico. The small settlement of Jarosa sits within a complex network of drainage and water sources, including the Rio Puerco and Rito Resumidero. The landscape is a study in forest resource management and historical land use, with numerous named springs such as Teakettle Rock Spring, Diego Spring, and Luterio Spring supporting life in an otherwise arid highland.

Elevated landforms like Mesa Pinabetal, Mesa Pinabetosa, and the appropriately named Mining Mountain suggest a history of traditional upland activities. The map reveals the intricate geography of canyons, including Jarosa Canyon and Canyon del Puerco, which have long served as natural corridors. For those tracing the history of the Coyote Cuba Ranger District, this survey provides a precise look at the forest's development and the distribution of vital water tanks like Martinez Tanks and Aranda Tank.