1963 Map of Pine Lake

About this map

The Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation Boundary cuts across this high-desert landscape, where the southern reaches of the Carson National Forest meet a complex network of mesas and deep drainage systems. Natural water sources are critical features of this terrain, marked by remote landmarks such as Pine Lake, Lost Lake, and Coyote Lake, alongside numerous named springs including Chosh Spring and Bee Spring. The map reveals the early industrial footprint of the mid-20th century through several Gas Wells and a prominent pipeline that traverses the canyons. Significant geographic formations like Vigas Mesa and Chosa Mesa rise above winding waterways such as Arroyo Compañero and Tapicito Creek, illustrating the intersection of traditional tribal lands with modern energy extraction during the early 1960s.