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1963 Map of Tafoya Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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Canon Largo and its complex system of tributaries dominate this 1963 survey of the San Juan Basin gas field in Rio Arriba County. The landscape is defined by deep incisions such as Tafoya Canyon, Escrito Canyon, and Rockhouse Canyon, which reveal the area's geological character. This period represents a phase of industrial utility within the high desert, evidenced by the Lindrith Pumping Station and numerous gas wells connected by a network of pipelines and unimproved roads. To the east, the boundary of the Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation runs through the rugged terrain, marking a clear jurisdictional line across Lapis Valley. Scattered ranching outposts, including Munoz Ranch and Otero Ranch, signify a sparse but persistent human presence amidst the broader energy infrastructure of the basin.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain