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2013 Map of San Miguel Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

O'Neil Landing and the settlement of Porter sit within the high elevations of the Santa Fe National Forest, where the complex drainage network of the Sierra Nacimiento carves deep into the landscape. This 2013 survey illustrates a region defined by high mesas and deep canyons, such as Schoolhouse Mesa and Guadalupita Mesa, which overlook the winding paths of the Rio de las Vacas and Rio Guadalupe.

Water sources are vital landmarks in this arid environment, with numerous points like Tusas Tank, Bales Seep, and Llano Loco Spring identified across the terrain. For the local historian or geologist, the map provides a clear record of naming conventions and land divisions, including San Miguel Mtn and the distinct transition between Bales Canyon and Joaquin Canyon. The presence of Fenton Lake Rd and various Forest Service routes shows the modern accessibility of these traditional lands.