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2023 Map of Pedernal Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Pedernal Cem serves as a quiet historical anchor in this northern New Mexico landscape where Harding and Union counties meet. The terrain is defined by a series of dramatic erosional features, including Charley Adams Canyon, San Lorenzo Canyon, and the deeply incised Ute Canyon. These canyons funnel water toward Tramperos Creek and the southern Pedernal Creek, which is fed by Morrison Spring.

Remote ranching infrastructure is evident through the presence of Smithson Reservoir Number 2 and a network of named tracks like Lovato Rd and Swoyer Rd. The presence of the Flint Hills suggests a distinct geological transition in an area largely characterized by mesas and intermittent drainages. This survey documents the sparse settlement patterns and hydrological dependencies of the High Plains ranching country in the early 21st century.