1950 Map of Little Black Peak, 1980 Print
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1950 Map of Little Black Peak

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The Malpais dominates the southwestern portion of this mid-century New Mexico landscape, where extensive fields of Lava surround the landmark of Little Black Peak. The terrain is defined by the sharp contrast between these volcanic formations and the high country of the Lincoln Mountains and the Sacramento range to the east. Transportation and early settlement patterns follow the natural geography, with the Southern Pacific railroad skirting the Ancho Valley to connect the small outposts of Largo and Cooper. The survey reveals a region of seasonal water and deep drainages, including Largo Canyon and Ancho Gulch, with high-elevation peaks like Lone Mountain and Baxter Mountain anchoring the Lincoln National Forest boundary. Historical interest is noted in the presence of Ruins and the shifting water levels of Red Lake, illustrating the survival challenges in this arid high-desert environment.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions18 x 21.8 inches

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