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2017 Map of Mount Aden

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Mount Aden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The West Potrillo Mountains define the southern landscape of this New Mexico quadrangle, where volcanic landforms rise abruptly from the surrounding desert floor. Near the southeastern edge, the peaks of Mount Aden stand as a landmark for the small settlement of Aden, while the railroad siding at Chappel serves as a secondary point of activity further west. These locations are interconnected by a network of rural routes, including Co Rd B002 and Co Rd B004, which provide access through the arid terrain.

Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by catchments such as Mauries Tank and R R Tank, as well as the drainage of Mason Draw which cuts across the northern flats. Broad, open stretches like White Flat lie between the mountains and the major transportation corridor of Highway 70 180 in the north, illustrating the region's character as a crossroads for both historical rail and modern high-speed travel.