1981 Map of Progresso SE

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape, where the northern slopes of the Gallinas Mountains meet the high plains of central New Mexico. The terrain is defined by its water management strategy in a semi-arid environment, marked by a dense network of specialized stock tanks and wells. Family-named or descriptive water sources like DuBois Tank, Lackey Tank, and Pistola Tank are scattered across the quadrangle, serving as vital landmarks for ranchers and foresters. The survey also traces the Torrance and Lincoln County line as it follows the Base Line through the southern section of the map. Prominent landforms such as Round Top provide natural orientation points amidst the complex topography of ridges and drainages like Bog Hole. This 1981 edition provides an essential view of the land use patterns and infrastructure supporting the livestock industry and forest management during the late twentieth century.