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1972 Map of Salazar Canyon

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Salazar Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The high-desert terrain of Catron County is defined by complex drainage systems and isolated livestock improvements as they stood in the early 1970s. Arid water management is the primary human footprint here, evidenced by a network of catchments and wells such as Wire Corral Tank, Burr Tank, and the Pipeline Well. These vital water sources supported ranching operations like the Goodling Ranch and provided infrastructure for the surrounding territory.

Salazar Canyon and Juel Canyon cut through the northern landscape, while La Draw meanders across the central reaches. Historically significant locations, including the Piedres Lumbre (Site) and Rock House Wells, offer specific points of interest for those researching old habitations or land use patterns in this part of New Mexico. The presence of a Rock Pit and scattered developments like Allen Well reflect the small-scale industrial and agricultural efforts required to maintain a presence in this environment.