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2017 Map of Pyramid Peak

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Pyramid Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Pyramid Peak rises as a central landmark within the northern reaches of the Pyramid Mountains in this high-desert landscape. The terrain is defined by its complex drainage network, where seasonal water is managed through a series of named reservoirs and tanks such as Graveyard Tank, Cement Dam Tank, and Georges Tank. These water sources, crucial for cattle and wildlife in the arid environment, are scattered among the foothills of the Leitendorf Hills and Russel Hills.

The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the eastern and northern portions of the quadrangle, crossing Rockhouse Canyon and passing near the heights of Cedar Mtn. The map preserves several family-named geographical features, including Jose Placencia Canyon and McWirter Canyon, which provide valuable clues for genealogists and local historians researching the early ranching families of Hidalgo County. Arroyos like Mansfield Wash and Bass Draw further illustrate the watershed's significance to the regional topography.