2020 Map of The Pillar NW

About this map

Pinabete Arroyo carves through this high desert terrain in northwestern New Mexico, serving as the primary drainage feature for the landscape. The geography is defined by a series of mesas and dry washes, typical of the San Juan Basin. Infrastructure is concentrated along Indian Svc Rte 5, which provides the central corridor for movement across these township and range boundaries. This U.S. Geological Survey representation highlights the remote character of the region, where transportation routes and watercourses dictate the human and natural layout. The map documents the grid of the Public Land Survey System, including lines for t26n r15w and t25n r15w, which frame the local topography.