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2013 Map of Vega Corral

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Apishapa River flows through the center of this southern Colorado landscape, defining the local irrigation and drainage patterns in a region characterized by mesas and canyons. The map centers on the high plains of Las Animas County, where the historic settlement of Vega Corral and the Valdez Cem reflect the area's ancestral ties and ranching roots. Significant topographical landmarks like The Little Hogback and Jack Canyon dominate the relief, illustrating the transition between the plains and the more complex foothills terrain.

Water management is evident through the inclusion of the Windowfield Ditch, which draws from the river to support local agriculture. The drainage network is further defined by seasonal watercourses such as Salado Cr and Del Aqua Arroyo. This survey provides a modern snapshot of rural land use, showing a network of county roads including Co RD 71 and Co RD 64 that connect these dispersed landmarks.