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Long-range surveillance (LRS) units were elite, specially trained teams within the United States Army, tasked with conducting clandestine operations to gather human intelligence deep within enemy territory. These units, often referred to as "LRS teams" or "Lurps," were capable of infiltrating hostile areas, establishing concealed observation posts, and providing continuous surveillance of critical targets. Their operations allowed for 24-hour monitoring, offering a level of persistent intelligence that unmanned aerial vehicles, manned aircraft, and satellites could not consistently achieve.
Typically, LRS teams would remain in position for up to six days, depending on the availability of supplies and the mission's requirements. However, following evaluations and strategic assessments, the U.S. Army decided to deactivate all active-duty and National Guard LRS units. By the end of January 2017, the active-duty LRS companies had been deactivated, with personnel reassigned to other units. The remaining National Guard LRS units followed suit in 2018, marking the end of this specialized capability within the Army's intelligence and reconnaissance framework.