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2011 Map of Mesa Cortada

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Mesa Cortada
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Arroyo Chico meanders across this high-desert landscape in McKinley County, defining a region characterized by mesas and seasonal water sources. The 2011 survey reveals a territory where ranching and local landform names provide the primary markers of human presence. To the west, the San Miguel Creek Dome rises near San Miguel Creek, while named locations like Rancho de la Punta, Michael Ranch, and Jaramillo Ranch suggest a legacy of isolated livestock operations.

Critical water points such as Ojo de los Indios and Ojo Navajo reflect the essential nature of natural springs in this arid climate. Notable geological features, including the eponymous Mesa Cortada, White Mesa, and the prominent Battleship landmark, dominate the horizon. Transport is limited to a network of unpaved corridors such as County Rd-75 and Indian Road 7028, which navigate the complex terrain of Los Indios Canyon and Chavez Canyon.