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2011 Map of Slaughter Mesa

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Slaughter Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Slaughter Mesa dominates the central landscape of this western New Mexico territory, characterized by a complex network of canyons and high-elevation terrain. This 2011 survey documents a remote portion of the Mangas Mountains where drainage systems like Largo Canyon and Dead Horse Canyon define the watershed around Largo Creek. The topography is marked by significant vertical relief, providing an overview of land management and forestry infrastructure as it stood in the early 21st century.

Industrial and navigational landmarks appear sparingly, reflecting the isolated nature of the area. Notable points of interest include the El Caso Lookout situated on a high western ridge and the Lake Pit water feature. Transport through this rugged country is primarily facilitated by primitive forest routes and the more prominent Twin Springs Rd, which provides a vital link through the southern reaches of the quadrangle near Salvador Canyon.