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2010 Map of Minese Mesa

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Minese Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Conchas Lake and the Canadian River define the western edge of this arid landscape in San Miguel County. The terrain is dominated by the prominent Minese Mesa, which rises above the surrounding plains and is separated by the distinct Minese Gap. This part of New Mexico is characterized by a sparse, ranching-oriented infrastructure where water management is central to the local economy and survival.

A network of drainage systems, including Perra Draw and Tulosa Creek, cross the region, leading toward various man-made water catchments. These essential features, such as Diablo Tank, Horseshoe Tank, and Big Tank, alongside several functional landmarks like North Windmill and Middle Windmill, reveal the critical importance of ground and surface water in supporting livestock across this high-desert environment.