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1973 Map of Mescalero Point NE

USGS Topo · Published 1985

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Mescalero Ridge the Caprock dominates this 1970s landscape, marking a sharp topographic break where the high plains drop away into Polecat Canyon. The map reveals a remote ranching and energy-producing environment on the border of Chaves and Lea counties, defined by vital water sources like Cottonwood Tank, a lone Spring, and the North Windmill. Human activity is primarily industrial and transit-oriented, evidenced by several Drill Hole locations and a large Pipeline cutting across the desert floor. A Roadside Park along the highway and a prominent Radio Tower indicate the area's role as a thoroughfare for travelers and a node for regional communication. The network of Jeep Trails provides the only access through this arid terrain, linking the isolated gravel operations and water tanks.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1973
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain