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2020 Map of The Volcanoes

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Volcanoes dominate the western horizon of the Middle Rio Grande Valley, standing as a prominent chain of basaltic cinder cones and fissure vents. This geological alignment includes distinct peaks such as Butte Volcano, Bond Volcano, Vulcan Volcano, and Black Volcano, all situated within the protective boundaries of the Petroglyph National Monument. The landscape transitions from the volcanic escarpment in the east toward the expanding suburban grids of Rio Rancho and Albuquerque, illustrating the intersection of ancient geological formations with modern residential development.

Transportation and infrastructure are represented by the sprawling street network of Rio Rancho, featuring thoroughfares like Southern Blvd SW and Capistrano Rd SW. To the south, the Double Eagle II Airport serves as a modern aviation hub, while the Arroyo de las Calabacillas meanders through the northern section, marking the natural drainage patterns of the high desert. The survey captures the precise boundary between Sandoval and Bernalillo counties as it cuts through the developing residential blocks.