York Ranch serves as the focal point of this high-desert New Mexican landscape, situated at the intersection of critical ranching corridors. The area’s reliance on water infrastructure is evident through several distributed features such as Rock Tank Windmill and Sand Windmill, which support the livestock operations central to the region. To the northeast, the terrain is dominated by the volcanic features of The Malpais, while Goat Tank Canyon cuts through the topography to the east. Transportation and logistics are facilitated by a network of rural routes including SR 117 and Pie Town Rd, the latter suggesting a connection to the nearby community known for its frontier history. The presence of King Ranch Airport near the York Headquarters underscores the necessity of aerial access in this expansive cattle country.
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1917 · Broom Mountain
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1954 · Saint Johns
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Socorro
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Saint Johns
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Socorro
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Saint Johns
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · North Pasture
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1962 · Socorro
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Saint Johns
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Sand Canyon
USGS Topo · 1:24,000