2023 Map of Bennett Mountain

About this map

White Sands Missile Range dominates the eastern half of this Doña Ana County landscape, where the flat basin floor meets the steep ascent of the San Andres Mountains. This modern survey illustrates the strict management of the high desert, partitioned between military operations and the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge. The transition from the alluvial plains to the high peaks is marked by prominent landforms such as Bennett Mtn and Black Mtn. Water remains the most critical resource for both wildlife and regional history, evidenced by a series of remote water sources including San Nicolas Spring, San Juan Spring, and Red Spring. While much of the area is restricted, the map details the infrastructure of the range, including roads like Wsmr P RT 7 and the presence of the Thompson Reservoir in the lower flats, providing a precise look at the geography of this secure federal corridor.