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2020 Map of Spring Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Gila National Forest landscape across Catron County is defined by a complex network of high-elevation mesas and canyons utilized for water management. Ranching and forest infrastructure are evident through the high density of named stock tanks, including Good Heavens Tank, Deadman Tank, and Chuckwagon Tank. These features, alongside the V-Cross-T Lake and Stoval Lake, illustrate the vital importance of water storage in this arid upland environment.

Elevation rises toward the south with landmarks such as Kemp Mesa and the Kennedy Mesa Tank overlooking deep drainages like Corduroy Canyon and Adams Canyon. The area is accessible via rugged routes including State Rte 61 and various forest roads like Fire Rd 520, which navigate the terrain between Mule Canyon and the winding course of Taylor Cr. This map documents a specialized landscape where natural topographic relief and human-made reservoirs intersect within the protected forest boundaries.