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1972 Map of Sierra Larga South, 1975 Print
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1972 Map of Sierra Larga South

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Sierra Larga dominates this 1970s landscape, providing a high-relief backdrop to a scattered network of water infrastructure essential for ranching in Socorro County. The map reveals the critical importance of localized water sources, documenting a series of named points such as Tafoya Well, Turner Well, and Boulter Well along the eastern foothills. To the west, the prominent ridge of Bordo Atravesado cuts across the terrain, while landmarks like Cerro Venado and Halcomb define the interior peaks. Human activity is marked by remote outposts such as Long Ranch and Savedra Wells, alongside evidence of mineral exploration indicated by numerous prospect labels. The placement of a Radio Facility near Loma highlights the mid-century adaptation of these high-altitude positions for communication infrastructure. This survey captures a moment when the rugged interior of the San Andres Mountains area was defined by its cattle-ranching legacy and geological utility.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain