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2023 Map of Marmon Ranch

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Marmon Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Petoch Butte and the surrounding high desert of Cibola County define this modern topographic study, where drainage systems and ephemeral water sources dictate the character of the land. The landscape is carved by seasonal watercourses such as Petoch Wash, Big Sandy Wash, and the meandering Arroyo Colorado. These drainages provide a sense of scale across the township and range sections, connecting isolated landmarks like Mush Mountain and Badger Butte.

Evidence of human habitation and land management appears in the form of remote infrastructure like Indiaian Service 541 and established water points such as Eddiwmann Spring and Martin Tank. The mapping of Cold Canyon and Cañada Ancha reveals the geological complexity of the area, while Alkali Spring suggests the mineral character of the local groundwater. This survey captures a contemporary view of a region defined by its topography rather than dense urban development.