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2023 Map of Omega

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Omega
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The small settlement of Omega serves as the focal point for this high-desert landscape in western New Mexico. This 2023 survey illustrates a region where the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl bisects the terrain, tracing a path across the divide between the high plains and rugged draws. Local transportation is defined by rural routes like Catron Co Rd A095 and a network of roads reflecting the area's equestrian character, including Bridle Path and Golden Horseshoe Trl.

Water management and natural drainage are central to the geography here, with seasonal watercourses such as Rito Creek, San Ignacio Creek, and Mangas Creek carving through the landscape. The map details several significant topographic features, including McAllister Draw and Muncie Draw, which dominate the eastern and central portions of the quadrangle. These features, along with Thaeger Draw, provide a clear picture of the drainage patterns essential to ranching and land use in this part of Catron County.