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2013 Map of La Chata Crater

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of La Chata Crater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Turkey Mountains and the volcanic prominence of La Chata Crater dominate this high-plains landscape in Mora County. The map documents a rugged topography defined by drainage systems like Arroyo Jarosa, Gallinas Cr, and Ciruela Cr that cut through the elevated terrain of Jarosa Mesa.

Evidence of historical transit and ranching heritage is preserved through the alignment of the Santa Fe Trl, which traverses the southern portion of the quadrangle. Local land use is centered on the several sites belonging to the Diamond A Ranch, illustrating the continued importance of large-scale pastoral operations in this part of New Mexico during the early 21st century. Route 120 provides the primary modern access across this sparsely populated volcanic field.