2010 Map of Turley

About this map

The San Juan River corridor anchors the southern edge of this San Juan County landscape, providing a vital water source for the settlement of Turley and the nearby area of Alcatraz. North of the river valley, the terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainages and high points, including Hart Mountain and Slane Knob. This arid region relies on numerous named water sources, such as Bootlegger Spring, Valencia Spring, and Pueblito Spring, which likely dictated the historical movement of people and livestock through the canyons. Notable geologic features like Bonnie Rock serve as landmarks amidst the winding paths of Mansfield Canyon and Vereda Canyon. The presence of several secondary routes, including Road 4599, connects these remote canyons to the river valley, illustrating the modern rural infrastructure imposed upon a traditional high-desert landscape.