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1996 Map of San Andres Peak

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of San Andres Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

San Andres Peak dominates this high-desert landscape in Doña Ana County, where federal land management and scientific research intersect within the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge. The map illustrates a complex overlay of administrative boundaries, including the White Sands Missile Range and the White Sands Test Facility (NASA). This era of the late 20th century shows the area as a highly restricted zone dedicated to both national defense and ecological preservation.

Water sources are vital markers in this arid terrain, with numerous named points such as Goldenburg Springs, Sewell Well, and Schultz Tank scattered across the draws and canyons. The presence of Mines near Lead Camp Canyon and names like Goldenburg Draw suggest a history of prospecting and ranching that predates the modern military and scientific installations. The varied terrain is defined by rugged features like Cottonwood Draw and Ash Canyon, providing a detailed look at the geography of the San Andres Mountains.