2017 Map of Thimble Canyon
USGS Topo · Published 2017About this map
Rio Peñasco carves a significant path through the southern reaches of this Chaves County landscape, dictated by the intricate drainage systems of the eastern Sacramento Mountains. The geography is defined by a dense network of canyons, including Thimble Canyon, Well Drilled Canyon, and Rock Waterhole Canyon, which channel seasonal runoff toward the primary river valley. These landforms reveal a history of water management and livestock ranching in an arid environment, where features like Watts Tank were essential for survival.
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Editions of this 2017 Thimble Canyon Map
This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.
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1958 · Roswell
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