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2023 Map of Thimble Canyon

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Thimble Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Rio Peñasco flows through the southern reaches of this Chaves County landscape, providing a primary drainage point for a network of deeply etched canyons. The terrain is defined by its water-scarce environment, where features like Watts Tank and Buck Spring Canyon signify essential water sources for ranching and local life. The nomenclature of the area reflects its early educational and agricultural history, most notably through Old School House Canyon and the accompanying Old School House Rd.

Transportation follows the natural contours of the land, with Rio Penasco Rd and Picacho Rd connecting isolated canyons. The presence of Jennings Ranch Rd suggests the long-standing ranching heritage of the region. From the depths of Well Drilled Canyon to the heights near Thimble Canyon, the map provides a look at the complex topography and seasonal waterways like Eagle Creek that have shaped land use in this part of New Mexico.