2013 Map of Augustine Well

About this map

Augustine Well serves as a central landmark in this high-altitude desert region along the boundary of Catron and Socorro counties. The landscape transitions from the sandy elevations of the Sand Hills in the northeast toward the open basins that support sophisticated scientific infrastructure. Most notably, the map details the location of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory VLA Telescope, part of the Very Large Array positioned in this sparsely populated area for its atmospheric clarity and radio quietness. Transportation history is clearly etched into the terrain, showing the modern alignment of Us-60 running parallel to the winding path of Old Highway 60. Water sources, critical for ranching and local habitation in this arid environment, are represented by Clements Lake and the Augustine Windmill, illustrating the practical necessities of life in the San Agustin Plains.