2010 Map of Silver Creek

About this map

Rio Salado carves through this arid landscape of Socorro County, passing through the distinctive canyon formation known as The Box. The settlement of Santa Rita sits near the river's path, while to the east, Silver Creek Camp marks a historical point of interest along the tributary of Silver Creek. The map documents a complex network of ephemeral drainages, including Arroyo Rendija and Cañada de la Tortola, which feed into the primary river system from the surrounding high ground. Elevations are punctuated by Cerro Colorado and deeply incised landforms like Mule Canyon and La Cueva Canyon. This survey captures the region just before the shift toward modern digital-only mapping, preserving the locations of the Rio Salado Group and the winding course of La Jencia Creek as they appeared in the early 21st century.