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1949 Map of Lookout Mountain, 1975 Print
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1949 Map of Lookout Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The Continental Divide snake-like path through the high country of the Gila National Forest defines the hydrology of this mid-century survey. While the terrain is dominated by complex drainage systems like Diamond Creek and Taylor Creek, the map records a specific human footprint of mining and ranching across the Catron and Sierra county line. Several inactive workings, including the Silver Monument Mine and Little Wonder Mine, indicate a shift away from earlier resource extraction. High-altitude outposts such as Boiler Guard Station and the Monument Park Guard Station provided necessary oversight for the national forest. Scattered private holdings, from the Inman Ranch to the Kline Place, illustrate the remote nature of settlement in this part of New Mexico, where life revolved around isolated canyons and seasonal water sources like Alexander Cienega.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1949
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain