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2013 Map of Laguna Ortiz

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Santa Fe National Forest encompasses much of this high-elevation landscape in San Miguel County, where deep canyons and broad mesas define the topography. The namesake Laguna Ortiz sits as a central water feature in a terrain marked by extensive drainage networks, including Arroyo de los Diegos and Arroyo de Chamizal. This area is characterized by a reliance on water management for ranching and land use, evidenced by the high density of named tanks such as Madrid Tank, Two Pines Tank, and Corner Tank scattered across the township grids.

Local landmarks such as Hurtado Mesa and Valle Grande offer a view into the natural basins and plateaus of the region, while the Tierra de Dios Airport provides a modern point of access. Private holdings like Clark Ranch and White Ranch are interspersed among the public forest lands, connected by routes like Co Road b32c. The intricate naming of local features like Ortiz Canyon and Valle Chimal reflects the deep-rooted cultural geography of north-central New Mexico.