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1950s Maps of Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Explore 62 historic maps of Rio Arriba County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Rio Arriba County, NM maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Jemez Springs, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Jemez Springs, 1954 Print
    1952 Jemez Springs
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Jemez Mountains in the early fifties reveal a landscape of thermal springs and high-altitude ranching within the national forest. Trace the development of local landmarks like Jemez Springs, the Soda Dam, and the early layout of Camp Shaver.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1952 Map of Puye, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Puye, 1954 Print
    1952 Puye
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Pajarito Plateau in the early fifties reveals a landscape of deep canyons and ancient heritage. Researchers can locate archaeological sites like the Cliff Dwellings at Puye or trace the early industrial footprint of the General Pumice Mine.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1953 Map of Canones, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Canones, 1954 Print
    1953 Canones
    1954 Print · USGS
    Spanish land grants still shape the geography of this Rio Arriba territory in the mid-1950s. Genealogists can trace family footprints around Cañones, locating the Capilla de San Miguel, Salazar Ranch, and several local cemeteries.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1953 Map of Cerro Del Grant, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Cerro Del Grant, 1954 Print
    1953 Cerro Del Grant
    1954 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County in the early fifties shows a high-altitude landscape of timber camps and alpine meadows within the Santa Fe National Forest. Genealogists and historians can trace old logging sites like Mascareñas Sawmill and the La Grulla Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1953 Map of Espanola, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Espanola, 1954 Print
    1953 Espanola
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Tewa Basin in the early fifties shows a valley structured by ancient land grants and river-fed irrigation. Researchers can trace ancestral boundaries and local landmarks like Santa Clara Pueblo, the Black Mesa Church, and the McCurdy Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1953 Map of Chili, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Chili, 1954 Print
    1953 Chili
    1954 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico's Rio Chama valley is shown here in the mid-fifties, dominated by the huge Juan Jose Lobato Grant and tribal lands. Genealogists and historians can trace local life at Chili, locate the Immaculate Conception Ch, or find industrial sites like the Pumice Pit.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1953 Map of Abiquiu, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Abiquiu, 1954 Print
    1953 Abiquiu
    1954 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County land grants and the Chama River valley are captured in detail during the early fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace traditional property lines across the Town of Abiquiu Grant or locate sites like the Indian Ruins and Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1953 Map of Medanales, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Medanales, 1954 Print
    1953 Medanales
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Rio Chama valley in the early fifties shows a landscape shaped by land grants and traditional irrigation. Genealogists and researchers can locate Medanales, the San Antonio Church, and the outlying Quarter Circle Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1953 Map of Vallecitos, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Vallecitos, 1954 Print
    1953 Vallecitos
    1954 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico in the early fifties shows the intersection of historical Spanish land grants and federal forest management. Researchers can trace the boundaries of the Town of Abiquiu Grant, visit the settlement at Vallecitos, or locate the Rio del Oso Ranger Sta.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1953 Map of San Juan Pueblo, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of San Juan Pueblo, 1954 Print
    1953 San Juan Pueblo
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande and Chama river valleys in the mid-1950s show a blend of Pueblo life and Spanish colonial heritage. Researchers can trace ancestral lands and mission chapels like Capilla de San Pedro or the historic site of the Old San Juan First Spanish Capitol 1598.
    4 unique versions available
  31. 1953 Map of Polvadera Peak, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Polvadera Peak, 1954 Print
    1953 Polvadera Peak
    1954 Print · USGS
    High country timber and grazing lands define this northern New Mexico terrain during the early fifties. Researchers can trace the Polvadera Sawmill Camp and historical land grant boundaries like the Polvadera Grant and Juan Jose Lobato Grant.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1953 Map of Valle Grande Peak, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Valle Grande Peak, 1954 Print
    1953 Valle Grande Peak
    1954 Print · USGS
    The high canyons of Rio Arriba County are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the intersection of national forest land and historic land grants. Researchers can trace early ranching and mining activity through labels like La Jarita Ranches, the Juan Jose Lobato Grant, and a remote mountain Mine.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1953 Map of Lyden, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Lyden, 1954 Print
    1953 Lyden
    1954 Print · USGS
    Upper Rio Grande valley life in the early fifties is captured here at the junction of the Rio Ojo Caliente and the Rio Grande. Researchers can trace old land grant lines and find local landmarks like Lyden, the Torreon Indian Shop, and Vallito Peak.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1953 Map of Truchas, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Truchas, 1955 Print
    1953 Truchas
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico's high-altitude villages and traditional land grants are meticulously documented during the mid-century. Researchers can trace historic acequias and property lines within the Las Trampas Grant or locate ancestral sites in Truchas, Cordova, and Ojo Sarco.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1953 Map of Velarde, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Velarde, 1955 Print
    1953 Velarde
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of traditional irrigation and canyon settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the Low Ditch system through Velarde, find the Embudo Presbyterian Hospital, and locate family plots in the Dixon Cemeteries.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1953 Map of Alire, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Alire, 1955 Print
    1953 Alire
    1955 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County in the early fifties reveals a landscape of high mesas and vital water tanks within the Carson National Forest. Genealogists and researchers can trace the settlement at Alire, locate the local Cem, and identify family-named landmarks like Garcia Tank and Parrot Spring.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1953 Map of Echo Ampitheater, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Echo Ampitheater, 1955 Print
    1953 Echo Ampitheater
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rio Arriba backcountry in the early fifties shows a rugged landscape of Spanish land grants and national forests. Researchers can trace the river's path through the Piedra Lumbre Grant and locate landmarks like the Echo Amphitheater and Burns Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1953 Map of Magote Peak, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Magote Peak, 1955 Print
    1953 Magote Peak
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Rio Arriba highlands come alive in this mid-century survey of the Carson National Forest. Researchers can trace old land grant boundaries like the Juan Jose Lobato Grant and locate secluded sites like Harris Bear Camp and Puertecito de las Ranas.
    5 unique versions available
  55. 1953 Map of Trampas, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Trampas, 1955 Print
    1953 Trampas
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico in the early fifties shows a landscape defined by deep canyons and ancient land grants. Researchers can trace the village layout of Trampas near the Iglesia de Santo Tomas and locate old mining operations like the Harding Mine.
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1953 Map of Arroyo Del Agua, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Arroyo Del Agua, 1955 Print
    1953 Arroyo Del Agua
    1955 Print · USGS
    In the early fifties, the high mesas and deep arroyos of Rio Arriba County supported a remote network of mountain schools and churches. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Cordovas Spring or trace the small community at Arroyo del Agua and its Santa Teresa Church.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1953 Map of Canjilon, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Canjilon, 1955 Print
    1953 Canjilon
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern New Mexico in the early fifties was a landscape of high mesas and remote mountain settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads and local landmarks like Cedar Grove Cemetery, Placitas, and the Canjilon Cemetery.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1953 Map of El Rito, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of El Rito, 1955 Print
    1953 El Rito
    1955 Print · USGS
    El Rito and its high-desert irrigation systems are captured here in the early 1950s within the Rio Arriba backcountry. Genealogists and historians can trace traditional water rights via the Acequia Medio and locate local landmarks like El Rito Normal School and Las Placitas.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1953 Map of La Madera, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of La Madera, 1955 Print
    1953 La Madera
    1955 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County’s mineral-rich highlands come alive in this early 1950s record of a bustling mining district. Metal detectorists and local historians can trace dozens of individual claims and active operations like the Sunnyside Mine, White Mine, and the settlement at Vallecitos.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1953 Map of Jarosa, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Jarosa, 1955 Print
    1953 Jarosa
    1955 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County’s high forest terrain is captured here in the early fifties, showing the remote drainages of the Santa Fe National Forest. Researchers can locate old cattle-country landmarks like Teakettle Rock, the Rio Puerco Campground, and isolated Ruins.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1953 Map of Laguna Peak, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Laguna Peak, 1955 Print
    1953 Laguna Peak
    1955 Print · USGS
    Rio Arriba County’s high mesa country is captured here in the early 1950s, showing a landscape defined by ranching and traditional water rights. Trace the path of the Rio Chama past family-named landmarks like Mesa de Gurule and the Gallina Bench Ranch.
    5 unique versions available
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