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2013 Map of Liberty Mesa

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Pajarito Canyon and the high plateau of Liberty Mesa dominate this landscape west of the Quay County seat. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Pajarito Cr and its tributaries, including Blanca Cr and Bluewater Cr. Along the southern edge, the infrastructure of the Interstate 40 corridor bypasses the smaller settlements of Hargis and Bugg, while W Route 66 Blvd and W Tucumcari Blvd lead directly into the western outskirts of Tucumcari.

Irrigation and water management are central to this arid environment, evidenced by the Bell Lateral, Liberty Lateral, and Coulter Lateral canal systems. Small-scale landmarks like the Leslie Windmill and Middle Pasture Tank reflect the area's ranching heritage, while the Blue Hole and Tucumcari Memorial Park serve as local points of interest. The map also records the boundary line between San Miguel and Quay Counties in the north, showing the transition from the rugged Mesa Rica towards the valley floor.