Tucson Spring serves as a critical hydrological point in this arid landscape where the High Plains meet the northern reaches of the Chihuahuan Desert. Located along the boundary dividing Socorro Co and Sierra Co, the map reveals a remote terrain primarily characterized by elevation contours and sparse infrastructure. The presence of Naval Site Rd in the southwestern corner suggests a specialized military or governmental utility to the land, typical of the sprawling federal tracts found throughout this part of New Mexico. The survey reflects a contemporary view of this high-desert environment, where few landmarks exist beyond natural springs and utilitarian access roads.
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1916 · Salinas Peak
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1948 · Val Verde
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Malpais Well
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1954 · Tularosa
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Tularosa
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · Paraje Well
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1961 · Crocker
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1961 · Lava
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Truth or Consequences
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1979 · San Mateo Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:100,000