1981 Map of Prisor Well

About this map

Prisor Well and a series of livestock-watering tanks define the landscape of this high-desert region on the border of Sierra and Dona Ana counties. The terrain is marked by seasonal drainages including Lyons Draw and Blackshire Draw, which cut through the arid flats. This 1981 edition shows the area just after its 1970s field checking, revealing a network of infrastructure essential for ranching and resource management in a dry climate. Landmarks such as the CCC Tank suggest the enduring legacy of Depression-era land improvements in the New Mexico backcountry. Much of the eastern portion of the map is occupied by the White Sands Missile Range, reflecting the significant military presence that shaped land use in this part of the state during the late twentieth century. Remote access is limited to intermittent tracks and a single Jeep Trail, illustrating the isolated nature of the basin floor.