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2017 Map of Werney Hill

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Werney Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Werney Hill and the Malpais Hills define the high ground of this Grant County landscape, where water management is central to the local geography. The map documents an extensive network of cattle or storage tanks, including University Tank, Morrell Tank, and the Arvin Tanks, highlighting the necessity of water infrastructure in this arid environment. These features are often situated near prominent drainage systems like Walnut Cr and the Burro Cienaga.

Deeply incised canyons like Gunn Canyon, Horse Canyon, and Patterson Canyon cut through the terrain, providing structural pathways for seasonal runoff and historical movement. To the south, JPB Mtn overlooks Still Canyon, while the northern portion is marked by named landmarks such as Flat Canyon and China Draw. Local ranching routes, such as Separ Rd and Johney Macdonald Rd, provide the primary access through these townships and ranges.