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2011 Map of Wahoo Ranch

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Wahoo Ranch and Cox Ranch anchor this high-desert landscape in Socorro County, where life revolves around the management of water and livestock. The 2011 survey reveals a complex network of canyons, including the significant Wahoo Canyon, Duck Canyon, and Knisely Canyon, which dictate the placement of local roads like FR 913.

Evidence of historical and contemporary ranching infrastructure is abundant, particularly the numerous wind-powered wells that dot the terrain. Landmarks such as Badger Windmill, Ridge Windmill, and Lightning Windmill are essential for local water access, while Clay Tank and Badger Hole Tank provide seasonal storage. In the northeast, the presence of the Dusty Cemetery near Alamosa Creek provides a genealogical touchstone for the families who have settled this corner of New Mexico.