2023 Map of Bell Mountain

About this map

Bell Mtn stands at the center of this high-desert landscape in Sierra County, where an intricate network of tanks and springs supports the cattle-ranching operations of the Black Range foothills. The map reveals a complex system of livestock infrastructure, including Artesia Tank, Mike Tank, and South Johnson Tank, which are essential to the arid economy of the region. The drainage of Las Animas Creek cuts through the southern portion of the quadrangle, flanked by prominent landforms like Myers Mesa and Cave Creek Mesa. In the north, the terrain rises toward South Salado Peak and the Salado Mountains. This modern survey documents the continued use of remote routes such as Ladder Ranch Rd, providing a detailed look at the geography of these western rangelands where water sources like Bodine Spring dictate the patterns of human activity.