2020 Map of Upper Galestina Canyon

About this map

Upper Galestina Canyon dominates the northern landscape of this McKinley County quadrangle, carving a deep drainage through the high desert terrain. This 2020 topographic record illustrates a high-altitude wilderness where water management is critical for local sustainability, evidenced by the Upper Galestina Number One A Reservoir and Upper Galestina Number 7 Reservoir. The map highlights the sparse transportation network within the region, primarily served by roads such as Indian Svc Rte 8 and Indian Svc Rte 13. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the Trujillo Draw provides a significant drainage feature alongside the lesser-known Guillermo Canyon. This map serves as an essential reference for understanding the modern boundary between McKinley and Cibola counties, following a straight east-west line through the rugged canyon country.