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1996 Map of Thorn Well, 2002 Print
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1996 Map of Thorn Well

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Thorn Well serves as the central namesake for this high-desert landscape in Doña Ana County during the mid-1990s. The map reveals a land defined by subsurface water access and cattle ranching infrastructure, where human activity is marked primarily by scattered wells and tanks. The New Mexico Principal Meridian serves as a primary surveying boundary through the region. While the terrain appears largely undeveloped, the presence of South Well, Detroit Tank, and Caliche Tank indicates a carefully managed environment for livestock. Notable industrial remnants include a Drill Hole in the southwestern quadrant, pointing to mineral or water exploration. The map captures this remote section of the Chihuahuan Desert before significant modern shifts, emphasizing the isolation and the vital importance of water catchments like Lake Tank.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1996
Date Published2002
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain