City of Lordsburg
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The City of Lordsburg plans to set up a secure, modern public restroom and shower facility at Veterans Park primarily for Continental Divide Trail hikers and campers. Partnering with Southwest New Mexico Community Forest Network, they'll embellish the park by planting trees, improving stormwater management, and displaying a welcoming sign. The project's key objectives are to position Lordsburg as an inviting stop for travelers, fuel local recreational use of the park, and promote tourism, thus enhancing community life, boosting local businesses, and augmenting public health.
In the heart of the southwest United States, situated on the I-10 corridor, lies the City of Lordsburg. A community that has long been a pivotal hub for distribution, logistics, and tourism.Positioned halfway between Tucson, Arizona, and El Paso, Texas, Lordsburg is a natural and strategic stopping point for travelers and commerce traveling the southern states. The City is important to both national and international freight being centrally located along the major trade artery connecting the Long Beach, California Port-of-Entry with the Houston/Galveston, Texas Port-of-Entry.
Lordsburg’s location is further enhanced by its proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border, sitting approximately 100 miles from the Douglas/Agua Prieta, Antelope Wells/Berrendo, and Columbus/Palomas Port-of-Entries, which makes it a crucial center for regional cross-border activity. Its logistical significance is complemented by robust transportation infrastructure, including a Union Pacific and Arizona Eastern Railroad switch yard and a municipal airport that allows visitors and business executives to fly directly into the community.
Beyond its logistical advantages, Lordsburg offers a unique appeal for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts, particularly those tackling the Continental Divide Trail. For hikers moving north or south, the city serves as a welcoming gateway or a final stop, providing essential amenities along their journey. The community’s identity is shaped by its deep historical roots, with ties to the Old West, the Butterfield Stage Route, and nearby ghost towns like Shakespeare. The City has been working hard improving accessible outdoor recreation for all generations. Over the past two years, the City has improved their parks by updating the playground equipment, installing turf softball fields and disk golf course, improving the swimming pool. The City has also aquired a US Department of Energy Grant to help bolster the work of four nonprofits serving the community’s quality of life.