El Morro Ranch sits at the northern edge of this high-desert landscape, where ranching operations are supported by local access along Co Rd 3f. The terrain is defined by the ephemeral flow of Salado Cr and the distinct landform of Sotano Blanco in the western reaches of the quadrangle. This area of eastern New Mexico remains largely rural and sparsely populated, with a survey grid that reflects the administrative divide between Guadalupe and De Baca counties. The map documents the presence of Co Rd 3h as it crosses the lower plains, providing a modern perspective on the enduring cattle-ranching culture that has long characterized this region. Its topographic details reveal the subtle drainage patterns and landforms that dictate movement and settlement in this arid environment.
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1954 · Fort Sumner
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Fort Sumner
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1978 · El Morro Ranch SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · El Morro Ranch
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Laguna De Los Terreros
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · El Morro Ranch NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Long Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Burro Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Fort Sumner
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1980 · Corona
USGS Topo · 1:100,000