2013 Map of Rio Puerco

About this map

Rio Puerco defines the arid geography of this high-desert region, where the winding riverbed meets the sharp elevations of Hidden Mtn and the broad plateau of Cat Mesa. This 2013 survey illustrates the boundary line between Bernalillo County and Valencia County, cutting through a landscape primarily marked by topographic contours and seasonal drainage ways like Arroyo Garcia. Transportation through this sparse terrain is anchored by the sweep of NM-6, which provides the primary access route across the township and range sections. The map reveals a land defined by its natural landforms rather than dense habitation, offering a clear view of the relationship between the river valley and the surrounding high ground of the New Mexico interior.