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2011 Map of Wall Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Wall Lake and the surrounding high country of Catron County define this landscape, where the East Fork Gila River meets a network of intermittent creeks and canyon drainages. The area is characterized by isolated cattle operations, including the DD Ranch, Steeple U Ranch, and Link Ranch, which highlight the enduring ranching tradition in this remote part of New Mexico. Water management is critical in this arid environment, evidenced by the numerous named stock tanks such as Undertaker Tank, Knife Tank, and Pot Hole Tank distributed across the terrain.

Industrial activity is represented by the Taylor Creek Placer and Lode near the northern edge of the map, suggesting historical mineral exploration along Taylor Creek. Recreational access is centered on the Wall Lake Campground, situated where State Rte 61 crosses the drainage. This 2011 survey also documents landmarks like CCC Canyon, a likely nod to the Civilian Conservation Corps' legacy in the region's national forest infrastructure.