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1961 Map of Sierra Fijardo

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Sierra Fijardo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Cibola National Forest landscape across the Socorro and Sierra County line is defined by a complex network of arid canyons and high ridges. The map illustrates the isolated infrastructure required for ranching in the high desert, centered around the Flying X Ranch and the H Bierner No 2 Res reservoir. Water sources are critical landmarks here, appearing as Deer Springs, Peñasco Spring, and several named tanks and wells like the Marcus Tank and Los Pillares Well.

Topographic highlights include the high point at Peñasco Peak and the prominent Eagles Roost. Cultural markers are sparse but significant for genealogy and local history, including a solitary Grave south of Peñasco Canyon and a Gravel Pit near Gorbon Canyon. The area is traversed by a series of primitive roads and a Jeep Trail, reflecting the mid-century accessibility of this high-elevation terrain before later developments.