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2023 Map of Rincon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Rio Grande corridor in southern New Mexico defines this landscape, where the settlements of Rincon and Angostura have long relied on a sophisticated network of irrigation and drainage. This modern survey illustrates the complex water management system necessary for agriculture in the Hatch Valley, including the Rincon Canal, Rincon Drain, and Angostura Lateral. These features highlight the transition from the high desert terrain of the Caballo Mountains and the Rincon Arroyo down to the fertile river bottomlands.

Evidence of the region's deep historical roots is preserved through the El Camino Real De Tierra Adentro NHT, which traces the ancient trade route along the eastern edge of the quadrangle. Local heritage is further anchored by the Rincon Cem and the Old Rincon Cem, providing vital points of reference for genealogists. The map also captures the path of Railroad Rd, reflecting the transportation infrastructure that has supported this river-valley community into the present era.