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2013 Map of Muniz Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Mesa Rica dominates the northern half of this landscape, a prominent landform overlooking a network of deep drainages and intermittent water sources. The area is characterized by its ranching infrastructure, where water management is critical for survival. Numerous water tanks such as Muniz Tank, Horton Tank, and Feed Pasture Tank are scattered across the terrain, supporting the Mesa Rica Camp.

A network of windmills, including the Church Windmill, Oso Windmill, and Donne Windmills, highlights the reliance on groundwater in this arid environment. The map details the rugged topography where Muniz Canyon and Duwess Canyon intersect the county line between San Miguel Co and Quay Co. In the south, the terrain descends toward Pajarito Cr and the Arroyo de las Palomas, marking a transition from the high mesa to the lower drainage systems.