2013 Map of Wrye Peak SW

About this map

Hansenburg Ranch sits at the edge of a high-desert landscape where the Jornada del Muerto desert meets the rising elevations of the Oscura Mountains. This 2013 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the arid terrain of Socorro County, defined by its critical water catchments such as Bulldog Tank, Cornet Tank, and Smith Tank. These features are vital landmarks in a region largely restricted for government use, as indicated by the presence of White Sands Missile Range infrastructure, including WSMR S Route 3623, WSMR S Route 3619, and WSMR P Route 24. The map provides a clear view of the complex topography and section lines of T5S and T6S, illustrating how sparse ranching outposts and military transit routes coexist within the basin and range province.