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2023 Map of Pinavete Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Derramadero sits at a geographic crossroads where the high mesas of Torrance County meet a complex network of canyons and arroyos. This high-desert landscape is defined by its water-management history, evidenced by numerous livestock tanks such as Chavez Red Tank, Prudencia Tank, and Apodaca Tank which support ranching in an arid environment. The terrain is deeply incised by drainages like Pintada Arroyo and Pinavete Canyon, while prominent landmarks such as Armijo Peak and Mesa Apodaca provide significant relief and navigation points for the region.

The boundary between Torrance County and Guadalupe County runs vertically through this section, highlighting the administrative divisions in this sparsely populated cattle country. Natural features like Cañoncito de Milpa and Diablo Canyon reflect a landscape shaped by seasonal water flow and long-standing land use patterns. For researchers, the map details the intricate system of canyons, including Carneros Canyon and Pinavetito Canyon, that have historically dictated movement and settlement patterns in this part of New Mexico.