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2013 Map of Tiffany

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Tiffany
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Los Pinos River defines the western corridor of this landscape in southern La Plata County, where the high desert terrain meets an intricate system of agricultural irrigation. Small settlements like Tiffany and La Boca serve as focal points for local history, with the Tiffany Cem and La Boca Cem providing vital records for genealogical research. The land is marked by significant topographical landmarks, including Indian Mesa, Shellhammer Ridge, and the prominent Tiffany Peak.

Water management is central to the area's development, evidenced by the extensive network of the Pine River Canal, Commissioner Ditch, and Servero Ditch. These man-made features contrast with natural drainage patterns like Salabar Draw and Benito Canyon. The map also details early 21st-century infrastructure, such as the Pine River Watershed PR-1 Reservoir and several lateral ditches that supported the region's ranching and farming heritage.