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2010 Map of Tejana Mesa

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Tejana Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Chavez Ranch and Mesa Ranch sit within a high desert landscape defined by ephemeral watercourses and dramatic landforms in this 2010 survey. The area is dominated by the broad plateau of Tejana Mesa, which is flanked by the winding drainage of Tejana Draw to the north and the westward flow of Largo Creek to the south.

The settlement pattern is sparse, reflecting the rural ranching culture of Catron County. Significant topographic transitions occur where Augustine Canyon and Amen Canyon cut into the mesas, while smaller outposts like El Porticito provide evidence of localized habitation. Improved access is limited to a few arterial routes such as County Rd-A028, which traverses the eastern reaches near Mesa Tinaja, illustrating the isolation of these high-altitude ranching territories.