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2013 Map of Rosebud

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Rosebud and the surrounding plains of Harding Co are defined by a scattered agricultural and ranching landscape. This 2013 survey illustrates the sparse but persistent settlement pattern of northeastern New Mexico, where large land parcels are connected by a network of rural routes like Forrester Rd and Co Road G. The community identity is anchored by local landmarks such as Rosebud Cem and the Rosebud Airport, while Rosebud Farms indicates the agricultural activity that sustains the region.

Water management in this arid environment is evident through features like Matis Lake and Hackberry Springs, which contrast with the dry drainage of Arroyo de la Cejita. The transportation corridor of Bravo Dome Hwy bisects the quadrangle, providing a vital link for the small settlements of Brune and Rosebud to the wider region. This map offers a clear look at the contemporary infrastructure and topographic character of the high plains just before the mid-2010s.