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1979 Map of Otero Mesa South, 1986 Print
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1979 Map of Otero Mesa South

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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The Otero Mesa landscape dominates this high-altitude New Mexico survey, where the arid environment is defined by essential water infrastructure and military land use in the late 1970s. Significant portions of the quadrangle are occupied by the Fort Bliss Military Reservation (Mc Gregor Range), reflecting the mid-century expansion of defense training grounds in the desert southwest. The map meticulously records scattered water sources vital for both ranching and range operations, including Martin Well, Martin Tank, and the End of Line Tank. Topographical features like Martin Canyon and Meadow Hay Canyon cut through the mesa, while Mack Draw provides drainage to the south. These labels offer a detailed look at how humans managed this remote Otero County environment through fencelines and named catchments like Big Tank and Corner Tanks.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain