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1985 Map of Mesa Sarca
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1985 Map of Mesa Sarca

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Mesa Sarca dominates this high-desert landscape in central New Mexico, where the borderlands of Cibola, Valencia, and Socorro Counties meet. Compiled from late-1970s aerial photography, the survey reveals a dryland geography defined by intricate drainage systems and water catchment features essential for ranching and survival in the arid Southwest. Notable watercourses including Arroyo Pato, Arroyo Monte, and Arroyo Largo cut through the terrain, leading toward the Coyote Draw in the southeast. This 1985 provisional map reflects a period of modern land management, documenting local water sources such as Ojo Saladito, Rock Tank, and Middle Tank. The grid of county lines provides a clear framework for researchers tracing property boundaries or historical land use across these three adjoining New Mexico counties.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain