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2020 Map of Monument Point

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Monument Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Canadian River cuts through the high plains of San Miguel County, shaping a landscape defined by deep drainages and expansive plateaus. This 2020 survey reveals a topography where water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by a network of catchments including Twin Tanks, Tito Tank, and Mistake Tank. The northern reaches are dominated by Chical Mesa, while the southern portion transitions toward the broad heights of Mesa Rica, separated by the intricate branching of Comancheros Cr and Alamosa Cr.

Cultural markers are sparse in this rural terrain, though the San Lorenzo Cem stands as a significant point of historical interest near the river. The region is bisected by Route 104, providing the primary corridor across the varied relief of Alamosa Canyon and past landmarks like Monument Point. This map provides a detailed view of how contemporary infrastructure and natural landmarks coexist in this part of eastern New Mexico.