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2020 Map of Salazar Canyon

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Salazar Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Salazar Canyon and the expansive drainage of Carrizo Wash define the topography of this high-desert portion of Catron County. The landscape is characterized by a series of ephemeral water management features, such as Jercka Lake, Rim Tank, and South Mesa Tank, which reflect the region's reliance on capturing seasonal runoff in an arid environment. These tanks are critical landmarks for navigation and land use across the sprawling canyon systems.

Several prominent geographic depressions, including La Draw and Red Hill Draw, cut through the terrain, while Aqua Fria Cr and Mauls Wash represent the winding hydrological network. Evidence of localized industry appears at the Rock Pit, located near the northern edge of the survey area. Two primary regional routes, Catron Co Rd A001 and Catron Co Rd A002, provide the only significant road access through this remote section of New Mexico.