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2011 Map of Truchas

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Truchas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Truchas and its surrounding mountain communities anchor this high-altitude landscape in the early 21st century. The map reveals a dense network of spiritual and family history through numerous burial grounds, including the Cementerio del Pueblo de Truchas, Ojo Sarco Cemetery, and San Miguel Cemetery. These sites, along with the San Antonio de Padua del Quemado church, illustrate the deep roots of the local population.

The rugged terrain is defined by complex drainage systems such as the Rio de Truchas and Rio Quemado, with water management further evidenced by several trick tanks like the Lower Entranas Trick Tank. Evidence of resource use and management is visible in the presence of the Trujillo Mill, the Rocking Chair Number One Mine, and the Borrego Ranger Cabin. This survey provides a clear view of the rural settlement patterns along County Rd 82 and Forest Rd 155 that have persisted for generations.