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White Sands Missile Range - Testing the Future, Changing the World


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This is the official website for White Sands Missile Range 

White Sands Missile Range is the premier military test range in America, earning its title as “Birthplace of America’s Missile and Space Activity.” Comprised of 3,200 squares miles White Sands Missile Range supports the Army, Navy and Air Force, as well as commercial and international users while conducting more than 3,000 tests annually.

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WSMR represents at NMSU and UTEP Career Fairs
White Sands Missile Range representatives were at the New Mexico State University Career Fair Sept. 20 and at the University of Texas El Paso Career Fair on Sept. 21 recruiting future employees.
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Keeping White Sands Missile Range Secure
Keeping White Sands Missile Range secure is everyone’s responsibility.
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Sidewalk Chalk Talk
Create an art piece by using chalk to highlight a positive prevention message to suicide prevention. 
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Lt. Col. Jon Cheney recognized during Honors and Retirement Ceremony
Former White Sands Missile Range Staff Judge Advocate Lt. Col. Jon Cheney was recognized for 26 years of service during the Honors and Retirement Ceremony Sept. 14 at the Post Theater where several employees were also recognized for their contributions.
WSMR CORE News

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Monday September 11, 2023

Today, White Sands Missile Range commemorates the 22nd anniversary of the tragic September 11 attacks. The installation held a Community Run this mornin...

WSMR takes a moment to reflect on the tragedies and heroes from 9/11

Friday September 8, 2023

On September 7, 2023, as the sun rose, attendees and advocates of the Honor Bead Run assembled at the Yucca Trail in White Sands Missile Range. This run...

The Honor Bead Run prioritizes people and promotes awareness for suicide prevention

Tuesday August 22, 2023

Sgt. First Class Curt Loter, a United States Army Artist in Residence with the Center of Military History, painted his interpretation of the March 19, 2...

Bataan Memorial Death March “Better with a Team”

Announcements Roadblocks Thursday, 14 September 2023
13 Sep 2023 09:40
Range Control has the following blocks affecting area highways on the following day: Thursday, 14 September 2023: Highway 70 is scheduled to be blocked two times at 5:10 AM and 6:10 AM. Each block will last approximately 1 hour. These blocks will be located at 'Red Block' (top of San Augustin Pass /mile marker 164) and at ‘Yellow Block’ (near the WSNP /mile marker 200). The Las Cruces Gate, Owen Road, and Nike Avenue will also be affected. Be advised all blocks are subject to change without notice. Should these times change, this office will provide additional information as needed. Range Control Branch White Sands Missile Range 575-678-2221 DSN: 258-2221


Two blocks affecting area highways Tuesday, 12 September 2023
11 Sep 2023 12:28
Range Control has two blocks affecting area highways for the following day: Tuesday, 12 September 2023, Highway 70 is scheduled to be blocked two times at 5:10 AM and again at 7:10 AM. These blocks will last approximately 1 hour each. These blocks will be located at 'Red Block' (top of San Augustin Pass /mile marker 164) and at 'Yellow Block' (located at the WSNP /mile marker 200). The Las Cruces Gate, Owen Road and Nike Avenue will also be affected.


Highway 380 Roadblock (Gold and Silver) for Wednesday, 30 Aug 2023
30 Aug 2023 08:12
UPDATE: The HWY 380 block scheduled from 8:00am until 10:00am has shifted 45 minutes to the right. New set time is scheduled for 8:45am and new lift time will be at or around 10:45am. Please contact Range Control at 678-2221 with any questions. Range Control has ONE roadblock affecting area highways for the following day: Wednesday, 30 August 2023, Highway 380 is scheduled to be blocked one time at 8:00 am for approximately 2 hours and should be lifted at 10:00 am. This block will be located at Gold block (Mile Marker 3) and at Silver Block (Mile Marker 49). Please be advised all blocks are subject to change without notice. Should this time change, this office will provide additional information as needed. Range Control Branch White Sands Missile Range 575-678-2221


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CONTACTS

WSMR CONTACTS 
Range Operations Roadblock Information
575-678-2222

Watch Officer (After Hours and Weekends)
575-678-8999

Visitor Control Center
575-678-5605

CAC / ID, DEERS Office
575-678-5739

Caravan Park
575-678-1713

Museum
575-678-3358

OTHER CONTACTS
WSMR Air Force OPS Center - Holloman AFB
575-572-7575

WSMR Navy Detachment - Duty Officer
575-993-6509

Aerospace Data Facility-Southwest (ADF-SW)
575-528-1084

Military Equal Opportunity 24/7 Hotline
575-993-0965

Mission

White Sands Missile Range provides America's Armed Forces, allies, partners, and defense technology innovators with the world's premiere research, development, test, evaluation, experimentation, and training facilities to ensure our nation's defense readiness.

Vision

A People First team of professionals operating the premier test, evaluation, and training range that delivers superior customer focused support and products, while simultaneously providing a high quality of life for our service members, civilians, and families.  

Priorities

PEOPLE
Quality of Life
Leader and Professional Development
Customer Focus and Service

MODERNIZATION
Supporting the Army in MDO
Investing in Cutting Edge Test and Evaluation
Technology

Quick Facts About White Sands Missile Range

Tests – White Sands Missile Range supports the Army, Navy, and Air Force, as well as commercial and international users on a reimbursable basis. More than 42,000 tests have been conducted at White Sands Missile Range the past 76 years. About 9 tests are conducted daily, and more than 3,000 annually.

Economic Impact – White Sands Missile Range produces an estimated economic impact of $10.3 million daily, and $3.7 billion annually in Las Cruces, Doña Ana County and the surrounding borderland region. On average, military spending accounts for 30 percent of wages in Southern New Mexico and El Paso, Texas.

Demographics – White Sands Missile Range has approximately 6,000+ civilian employees, 350 servicemembers from the Army (~ 230), Air Force (~110) and Navy (~20), 950 housing residents (374 housing units available) and 300 elementary and middle school students.

 

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