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2013 Map of Oak Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Cibola National Forest defines the eastern expanse of this territory, where the high desert terrain of Socorro County meets the Catron County line. The landscape is a network of arid drainage systems and seasonal water sources, marked by numerous man-made tanks including Deep Well Tank and Oak Springs Tank. These features, alongside named locations like Ake Ranch, reflect the ranching heritage and water management strategies necessary for life in this part of New Mexico.

Topographical interest centers on several prominent rises and canyons, such as Oak Peak, Lost Mines Hill, and Sullivans Hole Canyon. The presence of Alamosa Cr and numerous draws like Box Draw and Horse Draw illustrates the erosional forces shaping the region. Transportation is primarily limited to rugged routes such as NM-52 and Forest Rd 471, which navigate the elevation changes between Bald Hill and the surrounding basins.