2010 Map of Bennett Mountain

About this map

Bennett Mountain and Goat Mountain overlook a high desert landscape marked by cattle ranching and modern aerospace infrastructure in this Doa Ana County survey. The map details a specialized land use pattern where traditional desert outposts like Saunders Ranch and Six White Ranch exist alongside the specialized development of Missile Pits to the southeast. Water sources are critical but sparse in this environment, with San Nicolas Spring and San Juan Spring serving as vital landmarks in an area dominated by dry washes and drainages. The rugged southern terrain is defined by the significant topographic profile of Bear Canyon, which cuts between the peaks of Black Mountain and the central summits. This documentation provides a clear look at the intersection of private ranching and government-adjacent activities in the New Mexico desert.