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2013 Map of Pinon Ranch

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Pinon Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Pinon Ranch sits at the heart of this high-desert landscape, where ranching infrastructure and natural drainage systems define the character of the terrain. The eastern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the steep escarpment of The Rim within the Lincoln National Forest, a significant topographical boundary that separates the higher forested elevations from the canyon-carved lowlands. This area is defined by its water management systems, essential for cattle operations in such arid country.

Strategic water points like Crim Tank, Hooten Tank, and North Well are scattered throughout, linked by primitive routes such as Wilkerson Well Rd and Pinion Well Rd. The rugged geography is further detailed through named landforms like the Collins Hills and the winding course of Pinon Cr, providing a clear picture of the land's utility for livestock and the intricate network of canyons like Indian Trail Canyon and Lewis Canyon that cut through the Chaves County backcountry.