2010 Map of Sierra Larga South

About this map

The high desert terrain of Socorro County is defined by the massive upland of Sierra Larga, which dominates this 2010 survey. To the west, the sharp incline of Bordo Atravesado rises over the landscape, while Cerro Venado sits further south. Human presence in this arid environment is sparsely marked by essential water sources and specialized ranching operations. The Long Ranch is located on the eastern edge of the quadrangle, connected by several White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) routes. These government-maintained roads, such as WSMR S Route 3817, crisscross the area, providing access to remote outposts and vital springs like Coyote Spring and San Antonio Spring. The map documents a landscape where traditional ranching life and modern military infrastructure overlap.