2020 Map of Dugout Canyon

About this map

San Andres Mountains dominate the eastern edge of this Sierra County landscape, where the high desert terrain transitions into steep, ridged slopes. The topography is defined by the significant drainage of Dugout Canyon in the northern reaches, a primary natural feature that dictates the surrounding primitive road network. This 2020 survey illustrates a sparsely populated region largely managed for resource and livestock access, indicated by the presence of water catchments such as BLM Tank and Crispy Tank. These localized water sources are vital landmarks in an arid environment where ranching and land management define the human footprint. Transportation is limited to established county routes and tracks, including Harding Rd and Co Rd A023, which navigate the varying elevations and legal boundaries of t14s r1e and t14s r2e.