2023 Map of White Sands

Beyond the developed cantonment, the geography rises toward Black Mtn and Rattlesnake Ridge, revealing the complex water management essential for survival and operations in the desert. Numerous man-made water features, such as Cox Reservoir, Borden Tank, and Haystack Tanks, are scattered across the flats, while natural points like Alamo Spring and Bonney Spring are tucked into the higher elevations. The network of mission-specific routes, including Wsmr S RT 280 and Wsmr P RT 7, provides a technical record of the range's internal connectivity.