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1966 Map of La Chata Crater, 1968 Print
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1966 Map of La Chata Crater

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Santa Fe Trail (Wagon Mound Cutoff) cuts a historical diagonal across this high-plains landscape, marking a legacy of nineteenth-century trade routes in Mora County. The terrain is dominated by the volcanic profile of La Chata Crater and the rugged northern slopes of the Turkey Mountains. Water sources like Diamond A Spring and drainage systems including Gallinas Creek and Ciruela Creek define the ranching viability of the region, anchored by the Diamond A Ranch. The mid-1960s era represented here shows a remote territory where aviation infrastructure like the Diamond A Landing Strip provided essential connectivity. Land use is further characterized by the elevated Jarosa Mesa and topographical markers such as the Levy SW Base, reflecting the integration of traditional cattle country with modern surveying and navigation needs.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain