2017 Map of Monument Point

About this map

San Lorenzo Cem stands as a focal point for local history on this high plains landscape of San Miguel County. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, notably where Chical Mesa and Mesa Rica overlook the winding course of the Canadian River. The presence of Tunnel Number 2 suggests the engineering required to navigate this relief, while numerous named water catchments like Tito Tank and Mistake Tank illustrate the critical nature of water management in this arid region. The network of drainages, including La-Manga Cr, Chical Cr, and Oso Cr, carve deep into the plateaus, creating natural corridors such as Alamosa Canyon. This 2017 survey reflects the enduring cattle-ranching and land-management patterns of the New Mexico interior.