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2019 Map of Johnson Canyon

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Johnson Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Johnson Canyon and the surrounding high plains of Las Animas County are defined by a complex network of erosional features and seasonal waterways. The Purgatoire River cuts through the northwest corner, creating the steep Purgatoire Canyon and receiving drainage from Lockwood Arroyo. This landscape is sparsely settled, with the small Johnson Cem serving as a significant genealogical marker for local families.

Remote land use is evident through scattered infrastructure like the Jecan Airport and a series of county roads, including Co RD 157 and Co RD 159.1, which navigate the plateaus between deep drainages. Named topographic pockets such as Seven D Pocket and Bar Four Pocket suggest historical grazing sites or ranching landmarks. Water remains the primary architect of the terrain, seen in the winding path of Chacuaco Cr and numerous tributary systems like Umbrella Canyon and Sandoval Canyon.