2013 Map of San Simon Sink

About this map

San Simon Sink forms the topographical centerpiece of this Lea County landscape, a notable depression in a region defined by its subtle arid relief. This 2013 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition from the elevated San Simon Ridge in the north to the broad, shallow San Simon Swale that trends through the center of the sheet. The map reveals a systematic grid of range and township boundaries, including t23s r34e and t23s r35e, which organize the high plains of southeast New Mexico. While the terrain appears sparsely populated, a network of local thoroughfares such as Co Road 21, Antelope Rd, and Shell Rd provides access across the desert floor, suggesting the underlying importance of ranching or energy infrastructure in this portion of the Permian Basin.