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1963 Map of Leandro Canyon

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Leandro Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Carson National Forest landscape in northern New Mexico is defined by a series of prominent high-altitude plateaus and deeply cut drainage systems. This mid-1960s terrain study highlights the rugged geography of La Jara Mesa, Devils Mesa, and Chosa Mesa, which dominate the central and southern portions of the quadrangle. The topography is marked by a complex network of arroyos and canyons, including the significant Vaqueros Canyon and La Jara Canyon.

Water management in this arid environment is evidenced by a series of isolated catchments and natural springs essential for local cattle and wildlife. Notable features such as Leandro Tank, Laguna Seca, and Badland Pond provide insight into the seasonal availability of water across the forest floor. The eastern boundary of the map follows the Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation Boundary, illustrating the intersection of federal forest lands and tribal territories. Evidence of resource exploration is present through scattered industrial markers like the Gas Well and Drill Hole.