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2017 Map of Sena

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Sena
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Pecos River carves a deep valley through the high mesas of San Miguel County, anchoring a string of traditional settlements along its course. This 2017 study illustrates a centuries-old pattern of communal land use and village life, where the river's path dictates the placement of towns like Ribera, Sena, and Villanueva. The topography is defined by significant elevations, notably the Hurtado Mesa and the wide expanse of the Santa Fe National Forest in the southwest quadrant.

Genealogists and local historians can trace the proximity of Upper Pueblo and Lower Pueblo, including the Pueblo Cem, which speaks to the long-standing community ties in this region. The map also records numerous smaller named locations such as Coruco, Barranco, and Garanbuio, alongside rugged terrain features like Manzanarez Canyon and El Fileto Cañon, showing how the landscape and geography shaped local travel and habitation.