Old Maps of Carlsbad, New Mexico for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 31 historic maps of Carlsbad. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.
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Carlsbad, NM maps
(31)- 1939 Map of Carlsbad, 1955 Print
1939 Carlsbad1955 Print · USGSEddy County’s river-and-rail economy is captured here in the late 1930s, centered on the growing hub of Carlsbad. Researchers can trace the early footprint of the potash industry at the U S Potash Co Refinery and find local landmarks like the Harroun Sch and Forehand Ranch.2 unique versions available - 1943 Map of Carlsbad
1943 Carlsbad1943 Print · USGSThe Pecos Valley during the early 1940s reveals a unique network of irrigation flumes and potash industrial sites. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks and rural infrastructure like Forehand Ranch, Harroun Sch, and the U S Potash Co Refinery. - 1943 Map of West Carlsbad, 1964 Print
1943 West Carlsbad1964 Print · USGSEddy County ranchlands and military installations come alive in this mid-century survey of the Pecos River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace family operations at Lovejoy Ranch and Kee Ranch, or locate the Golden Eagle Mine and the Carlsbad Army Air Field.2 unique versions available - 1945 Map of West Carlsbad
1945 West Carlsbad1945 Print · USGSEddy County ranching and military aviation meet in the mid-1940s as the Pecos River valley expands. Researchers can locate numerous historic homesteads like Lovejoy Ranch, the high-elevation Golden Eagle Mine, and the wartime Army Air Field. - 1954 Map of Carlsbad, 1963 Print
1954 Carlsbad1963 Print · USGSSoutheastern New Mexico's desert peaks and river valleys appear in this mid-century study of the borderlands. Researchers can locate vanished sites like Sacramento City, trace the Pecos River reservoirs, and explore Carlsbad Caverns.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Carlsbad
1958 Carlsbad1958 Print · USGSSoutheastern New Mexico in the mid-1950s shows a landscape of deep desert basins and high forest ranges during a period of steady ranching and early tourism. Researchers can trace the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad or find vanished locales like Sacramento City (abandoned) and Whites City.2 unique versions available - 1979 Map of Carlsbad
1979 Carlsbad1979 Print · USGSSoutheast New Mexico is captured here in the late seventies, showing the gateway to the caverns and the fertile Pecos Valley. Genealogists can trace family names near Black River Village or Otis, while collectors will find the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe rail corridor and Avalon Lake clearly detailed.2 unique versions available - 1985 Map of Kitchen Cove
1985 Kitchen Cove1985 Print · USGSEddy County ranchlands and energy fields are captured here during the mid-eighties as the region balanced aviation and resource extraction. Researchers can trace land use through features like the Sheep Draw Aqueduct, Yellow Jacket Spring, and the Carlsbad Cavern City Air Terminal. - 1985 Map of Otis
1985 Otis1985 Print · USGSThe outskirts of Carlsbad and the rural community of Otis are captured in the mid-1980s as a landscape shaped by water and industry. Researchers can trace the engineering of the Southern Canal and locate specific sites like the local Radio Facility or regional Gravel Pits. - 1985 Map of Carlsbad East
1985 Carlsbad East1985 Print · USGSMid-century development in Eddy County shows the desert transformed by the oil industry and river irrigation. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of Carlsbad and La Huerta alongside the Carlsbad Oil Field and the Pecos River. - 1985 Map of Carlsbad West
1985 Carlsbad West1985 Print · USGSThe western reaches of the Pecos River valley are documented here in the mid-eighties as urban growth begins to climb into the nearby hills. Local researchers can trace residential developments like Happy Valley or locate old water sources like Mc Kitric Spring and Mc Gruder Spring.2 unique versions available - 2010 Map of Carlsbad East, 2010 Print
2010 Carlsbad East2010 Print · USGSCarlsbad and its riverfront neighborhoods are shown during a period of modern expansion along the Pecos River. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of La Huerta and San Jose or locate landmarks like Tansill Dam and Bond Ranch. - 2010 Map of Carlsbad West, 2010 Print
2010 Carlsbad West2010 Print · USGSThe outskirts of Carlsbad come alive in this survey of the high desert and Pecos River valley during the early 21st century. Genealogists and historians can locate family landmarks like Frank Jones Ranch or trace the desert hills near the Golden Eagle Mine. - 2010 Map of Otis, 2010 Print
2010 Otis2010 Print · USGSSoutheast New Mexico at the start of the century reveals the managed waters and rural roads outside Carlsbad. Trace local landmarks like Forehand Ranch, the community of Otis, and the important infrastructure of the Southern Canal. - 2010 Map of Kitchen Cove, 2010 Print
2010 Kitchen Cove2010 Print · USGSCarlsbad and its rugged southwestern ranchlands are shown here in the early twenty-first century as the city expanded toward the desert. Genealogists and local historians can trace the boundaries of the Lovejoy Ranch, King Ranch, and the Cavern City Air Terminal. - 2013 Map of Otis, 2013 Print
2013 Otis2013 Print · USGSSoutheast of Carlsbad in the early twenty-first century, the landscape is defined by the vital irrigation networks of the Pecos Valley. Genealogists and researchers can trace local family landmarks and infrastructure from Forehand Ranch to the path of the Southern Canal. - 2013 Map of Carlsbad East, 2013 Print
2013 Carlsbad East2013 Print · USGSEddy County at the start of the 2010s shows a landscape defined by the Pecos River and intricate water engineering. Genealogists and local researchers can trace the neighborhoods of San Jose, La Huerta, and Hagerman Heights alongside landmarks like the Phoenix Adobe. - 2013 Map of Kitchen Cove, 2013 Print
2013 Kitchen Cove2013 Print · USGSThe southwestern edge of Carlsbad meets the desert ranchlands of Eddy County in this 2013 survey. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Lovejoy Ranch and King Ranch alongside the National Parks Hwy. - 2013 Map of Carlsbad West, 2013 Print
2013 Carlsbad West2013 Print · USGSThe western edges of Carlsbad and the surrounding Pecos River basin are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the development of West Carlsbad and Happy Valley, alongside established family landmarks like the Frank Jones Ranch and Windham Ranch. - 2017 Map of Carlsbad East, 2017 Print
2017 Carlsbad East2017 Print · USGSThe Pecos River valley and its complex irrigation network define this 2017 survey of Eddy County. Researchers can trace the development of residential areas like La Huerta and San Jose or locate local water sources such as Lake Avalon and Carlsbad Spring Number 5. - 2017 Map of Kitchen Cove, 2017 Print
2017 Kitchen Cove2017 Print · USGSThe western edges of Carlsbad give way to the rising Guadalupe Mountains in this recent topographic survey. Researchers can trace the drainage of Dark Canyon Draw or locate landmarks like the Cavern City Air Terminal and Yellow Jacket Spring. - 2017 Map of Carlsbad West, 2017 Print
2017 Carlsbad West2017 Print · USGSCarlsbad and its western desert fringes are captured here in the late twenty-teens, showing the city's growth alongside the vital Pecos River corridor. Researchers can trace the layout of West Carlsbad, locate New Mexico State University, and find numerous natural landmarks like Mc Kitric Spring and McGruder Hill. - 2017 Map of Otis, 2017 Print
2017 Otis2017 Print · USGSSoutheastern New Mexico's desert landscape and agricultural heritage meet in this late-decade survey of the Carlsbad outskirts and Otis. Trace the vital water routes of the Southern Canal and Pecos River alongside family-named routes like Juan Pablo Rd. - 2020 Map of Otis, 2020 Print
2020 Otis2020 Print · USGSThe outskirts of Carlsbad and the community of Otis are captured here in the early twenty-first century as suburban growth meets desert agriculture. Researchers can trace land tracts and local landmarks along the Pecos River, Southern Canal, and Old Cavern Hwy. - 2020 Map of Kitchen Cove, 2020 Print
2020 Kitchen Cove2020 Print · USGSCovers Carlsbad, including Eddy County, United States, and other nearby areas
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