P O L Ranch sits at the center of this 2017 survey, representing a solitary human footprint within the arid basin and range landscape of the West Potrillo Mountains. The map documents a sparsely populated corner of the desert southwest, where access is defined by the Pol Ranch Rd and water resources like Black Hills Tank are critical markers on the land. The topography is dominated by volcanic features and peaks, notably the prominent Eagle Nest and the Black Hills, which rise distinctly above the surrounding flats. This map clearly delineates the border between Luna and Doña Ana counties, showing how these political boundaries bisect the high desert. The lack of dense infrastructure highlights a region dedicated to ranching and open space, providing a detailed record of the terrain and drainage patterns in a quiet corner of New Mexico.
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1917 · Camel Mountain
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1917 · Mt. Riley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1918 · Mt. Riley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1929 · Mt. Riley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1941 · Aden
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Aden
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1951 · Mt. Riley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · El Paso
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Las Cruces
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Las Cruces
USGS Topo · 1:250,000