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1965 Map of Narraguinnep Mountain

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Narraguinnep Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Narraguinnep Mountain and the surrounding high country of the San Juan National Forest define this landscape on the border of Dolores and Montezuma counties. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of canyons and water management features, reflecting a history of livestock grazing and seasonal water storage in this semi-arid region. Water sources are frequent, including Narraguinnep Spring, Indian Spring, and Trimble Spring, which support the scattered reservoirs that dot the forest floor.

Deep drainage systems such as Narraguinnep Canyon, Cabin Canyon, and Salter Canyon cut through the timbered reaches, while notable landmarks like Ormiston Point and Elston Mountain provide significant relief. The presence of numerous man-made catchments, including Long Park Lake, Buster Reservoir, and Koppenhafer Reservoir, highlights the intentionality behind water distribution for cattle or forest management during the mid-1960s.