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The Big Tank can be found on the Sheeppen Canyon USGS quad topo map. Big Tank is a reservoir in Lincoln County in the state of New Mexico. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this reservoir are 33.3498, -105.4258 and the altitude is 6417 feet (1956 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Big Tank should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Big Tank are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Reservoir
Latitude: 33.3498
Longitude: -105.4258
Elevation: 6417 ft (1956 m)
Locator Map - Big Tank
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Local Weather
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From the guidebook "Road Biking New Mexico"
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Nearby Hotels
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1420 E Highway 70
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26150 Highway 70 West
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