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2013 Map of Ojo Negro Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Pecos River carves a winding path through this corner of Guadalupe County, defining a landscape marked by deep canyons and seasonal drainages. The small settlement of Ojo Negro sits near the confluence of the river and Ojo Negro Cr, serving as a central point in this ranching country. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, notably at Cañon de Hughes, where the earth drops away toward the river valley.

Logistics and travel in the early 21st century rely on a network of local routes including NM-203 and Co Road 3, which traverse the high ground between the river's bends. Water management is evidenced by the Borica Dam downstream, a critical piece of infrastructure for managing the flow of the Pecos in this arid environment. The map captures the intersection of township and range lines across sections of T6N and T5N, providing a clear view of land divisions in the modern era.