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2017 Map of Skull Mesa

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Skull Mesa dominates this High Plains landscape along the boundary between Union and Harding counties. The terrain is defined by a series of intermittent drainages, most notably Tramperos Creek, which winds through the center of the quadrangle. For those researching the geography of the New Mexico ranchlands, the map identifies localized water sources like Dripping Springs and topographic landmarks such as Rock Hill in the southeastern quadrant.

A sparse network of rural roads, including Perschbacher Rd and Hayden Rd, provides access across the various sections. This survey illustrates the classic township and range system common to the American West, showing the spatial organization of the land into numbered sections. The remote character of this region is evident in the lack of established settlements, highlighting the vast open grazing lands that characterize this portion of northeastern New Mexico.