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1981 Map of Capitol Peak SE, 1982 Print
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1981 Map of Capitol Peak SE

USGS Topo · Published 1982

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White Sands Missile Range dominates this landscape, where the rugged volcanic flows of The Malpais meet the arid basins of Otero and Sierra Counties. This orthophotomap, based on 1971 aerial photography, provides a rare visual of the stark geomorphology of the Tularosa Basin during the late twentieth century. In the western reaches, Salt Creek and Salt Springs mark the drainage patterns, while the unique Salina de San Andres provides a distinct hydrological landmark. The map identifies specific infrastructure like Lower Well and Short Well, as well as the Malpais Site near the southern lava edge, suggesting a history of rangeland management and exploration within the bounds of the military reservation. The proximity of Malpais Spring to the dark, textured basalt fields illustrates the relationship between water sources and the forbidding terrain of the lava beds.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1981
Date Published1982
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain