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Sierra Blanca
NM, USA
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Sierra Blanca, a complex ancient volcano, rises more than 7,300 feet above Tularosa Basin to peak at 12,003 feet. Vertical geologic movement between ranges and basin in about 2 miles. San Andrés Mountains on west side of Tularosa Basin are uplifted on east side and tilted westward.



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