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2013 Map of Water Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

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Magdalena Mountains dominate the southern reach of this landscape, where the high-altitude terrain transitions into the deep incisions of Water Canyon and Socorro Canyon. The area is characterized by traditional ranching outposts such as Kelly Ranch and the A Strozzi Ranch, illustrating the sparse but persistent human footprint within the Cibola National Forest. The presence of the Water Canyon Forest Service Facility and the Water Canyon Lodge highlights the area's role as a gateway for forestry management and mountain access.

Water sources are vital markers in this arid environment, with labels indicating Snake Ranch Spring, Wet Weather Spring, and the Sedillo Hill Reservoir. The path of Us-60 cuts diagonally across the quadrangle, serving as the primary artery connecting the dispersed ranches and canyons. From the heights of Strawberry Peak to the broad drainage of the Nogal Arroyo, the map documents a geography defined by its dramatic relief and seasonal water dependency.