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2020 Map of Silver Creek

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Silver Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Rio Salado carves through this high-elevation desert landscape in Socorro County, passing through a narrow constriction known as The Box. The terrain is defined by a series of steep drainages including La Cueva Canyon and Mule Canyon, which feed into the primary river system. In the northern reaches, the prominent peak of Cerro Colorado overlooks a network of ephemeral washes such as Cañada Popotosa.

Water sources in this arid environment are highly localized, evidenced by Tortola Spring and the converging flows of Cañada de la Tortola and Arroyo Rendija. To the south, the namesake Silver Creek and La Jencia Cr intersect with broad valleys like Cañon de Ojito. This topographic study illustrates the complex drainage patterns and natural landmarks within the township and range system, specifically where T1N R2W meets surrounding sections.