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2017 Map of Mule Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Mule Creek sits at the northern edge of this high-desert landscape in western New Mexico, where the terrain breaks into a complex system of canyons and mesas. Much of the southern portion of the quadrangle is preserved within the Gila National Forest, dominated by the rising profile of Brushy Mtn. The reliance on water management in this arid region is evident through the dense distribution of named catchment points like Ball Park Tank, Steer Pasture Tank, and Mountain Tank.

Geographical landmarks such as Sunflower Mesa and the Mule Mountains provide natural orientation for the region, while the drainage network includes Pine Cienega Cr and Sawmill Cr. Named canyons like Bathtub Canyon and Boiling Canyon suggest the distinctive geological character of the drainage basins. Local ranching and forest access are facilitated by routes like Brushy Mtn Rd and Bays Rd, which link the isolated springs and tanks across the basin.