2010 Map of Desert

About this map

The Tularosa Valley landscape is defined by its arid character and sparse infrastructure in this modern survey of south-central New Mexico. The small settlement of Alvarado sits in the southwestern portion of the map, while the named location of Desert is positioned further north along the primary transportation route. The terrain is marked by subtle relief, including the landmark known as Three Buttes in the southeast. This map captures the region at a time when the vast basin remains largely open, characterized by straight-line roads and a distinct lack of dense development. It provides an accurate representation of the physical geography and established place names within Otero County during the early twenty-first century.