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2017 Map of Taylor Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Taylor Springs sits at the northern edge of a landscape defined by the winding course of the Canadian River and its seasonal tributaries. This high plains region of Colfax County is marked by the historical path of the Santa Fe Trl, which cuts across the terrain as a reminder of early western expansion and trade routes. The drainage patterns of Alkali Arroyo and Chico Cr converge toward the river valley, illustrating the erosion-carved topography typical of the New Mexico steppe.

Water remains a central focus for this arid environment, evidenced by named features such as Middle Lake and Jaritas Arroyo in the southern sections. Local infrastructure is sparse, concentrated around rural routes like Road Runner Rd and county roads that service the large ranching tracts of the High Plains. The map provides a clear look at the township and range survey system, showing the organized grid that overlays these natural watercourses.