2013 Map of Lion Mountain NW

About this map

Cibola National Forest occupies the rugged northwestern corner of this territory, where the terrain transitions into the high desert expanse of the Plains of San Agustin. This landscape is defined by its water management and livestock infrastructure, marked by a series of named water sources including Antelope Windmill, West Chavez Windmill, and Little West Chavez Windmill. The presence of Number 3 Tank and these various windmills highlights the historical reliance on groundwater for ranching in this arid New Mexico region. Topographical features like Rincon Draw and the Sand Hills dominate the southern and central portions, while the boundary between Catron and Socorro counties bisects the quadrangle, illustrating the political division of these high-altitude grasslands.