2017 Map of Polecat Tank

About this map

Spaceport America stands as a modern anchor in this expansive Sierra County landscape, positioned near the drainage of Jornada Draw. The terrain is defined by a network of ranching infrastructure and utility corridors, where ephemeral water sources like Sand Tank and East Pasture Tank supported livestock across the high desert floor. The map documents the spatial relationship between traditional land use, represented by features like McLenden Draw and Polecat Tank, and contemporary infrastructure. A grid of local roads, including Sowell Rd and Co Rd 22, provides access through the various township and range sections. The presence of both a Pipeline Rd and a Powerline Rd underscores the area's role as a transit corridor for regional energy and technology resources in the early 21st century.