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1995 Map of Pajaro Canyon

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Pajaro Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

The Gallinas Mountains dominate the northeastern portion of this mid-1990s survey, revealing a landscape defined by seasonal water management and ranching infrastructure within the Cibola National Forest. High points like Gallinas Peak and Lackey Point overlook a network of specialized water sources including the Antelope Trick Tank, Federation Trick Tank, and Ranger Tank, reflecting the arid environment's dependence on catchment systems.

Signs of human habitation and land use are concentrated at the Surrat Ranch and marked by an adjacent Landing Strip. The topographic detail traces the deep incisions of Pajaro Canyon and Red Cloud Canyon, while scattered prospecting sites and the Iron Mine Trick Tank indicate a history of mineral exploration. Educational and community land use is grounded by the presence of the School Section Windmill, a common feature of Western land management where specific sections were designated to support local schools.