2017 Map of Minese Mesa

About this map

Minese Mesa dominates the high ground in this arid reach of San Miguel County, where the landscape is defined by the winding course of the Canadian River. This 2017 topographic survey shows a sparse ranching and grazing environment marked by critical water sources like Big Tank, Horseshoe Tank, and Diablo Tank. These cattle tanks, essential for life in the high desert, are positioned along drainage patterns like Tulosa Cr and Perra Draw. The most prominent break in the upland terrain is the Minese Gap, providing a natural passage through the mesa's edge. The map reflects a modern era of land management, detailing the grid of the Public Land Survey System including t15n r25e and t15n r26e, which organize this open range country.