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2017 Map of Leasburg

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Leasburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Fort Selden and the neighboring community of Radium Springs occupy a strategic bend in the Rio Grande where the Rincon Valley meets the northern reaches of the Mesilla Valley. This 2017 study illustrates the complex relationship between the desert highlands and the irrigated valley floor, featuring water management infrastructure such as the Selden Drain and the American Bend Lateral. The terrain is dominated by the massive profile of the Robledo Mountains, including the prominent Robledo Mtn and Lookout Peak, which overlook several drainage systems like Apache Canyon and Foster Canyon.

Modern residential development is visible along N Valley Dr and Dona Ana Rd, extending into the foothills near the Wagner Canyon area. The presence of Hawkins N Tank and various named canyons, such as Faulkner Canyon and Indian Springs Canyon, highlights the importance of seasonal water sources and topographic landmarks in this arid New Mexico landscape. The map provides a contemporary look at the intersection of early frontier sites and 21st-century rural growth.