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2020 Map of Tres Orejas

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Tres Orejas dominates the central landscape of this High Desert terrain, serving as a prominent landmark within the Carson National Forest. The area is characterized by a network of drainage features, most notably the Arroyo Aguaje de la Petaca, which winds through the western and central sectors. This environment is sustained by a series of specialized water catchments, including Soloman Tank Number Two, Borrego Tank, and Torres Tank, reflecting the essential water management required for ranching or land use in this arid region of Taos County.

A grid-like road system appears in the northern and eastern portions of the map, featuring uniquely named routes such as Skid Row, Chiatanyas Flag Rd, and Good Nuff Rd. This layout suggest a pattern of rural development or seasonal settlement distinct from the surrounding forest land. Researchers will find numerous named tanks, such as Stover Tank and Dunlap Tank, providing specific points of reference for tracing local land use history and family-named landmarks.