2011 Map of Loma Creston

About this map

Loma Creston and the high desert plateaus of Sandoval County define this area of New Mexico as it appeared in the early 21st century. The landscape is marked by prominent geological features including the flat-topped Mesita Cocida and the distinct Bodega Butte. A specialized network of transit, comprised of several Indian Service Routes, provides the primary infrastructure through the region. These roads, such as Indian Service Route 78 and Indian Service Route 386, navigate the winding terrain around Canovas Canyon, tracing a path between the mesa heights and canyon floors. This U.S. Geological Survey topographic study documents the drainage patterns and elevation profiles of these traditional routes and landforms with precision, offering a look at the geographical relationship between the high mesas and the service roads that connect them.