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2013 Map of Molino Peak

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Molino Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Magdalena Mountains and Chupadera Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in central New Mexico. Much of the terrain is protected within the Cibola National Forest, where steep drainages like Molino Canyon and Chavez Canyon reveal a complex topography. Human presence is sparse, marked by isolated outposts such as Gianero Ranch and the site at Rincon Madera.

Water management is the critical theme of this arid region, evidenced by a network of essential resources including Torreon Springs, Molino Spring, and several tanks like the Gay Water Tank. These features, along with the winding Torreon Arroyo, trace the historical and practical reliance on seasonal and permanent water sources in the shadow of Molino Peak. The map provides a detailed look at the rural road network, including Torreon Springs Rd, which connects these remote landmarks across the rugged county terrain.