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1978 Map of Afton
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1978 Map of Afton

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The volcanic terrain of The Malpais dominates the western portion of this Doña Ana County landscape, its basaltic flows providing a stark contrast to the surrounding desert flats. Established along the Southern Pacific railroad line, the settlement of Afton serves as a central waypoint for the corridor, supported by smaller stops and sidings like Norwood and Rutter. This 1970s survey captures the infrastructure of the era, including a network of Pipelines cutting across the northern reaches and various isolated Well sites and a Tank that supported life and industry in an arid environment. The map also delineates the New Mexico Principal Meridian, a critical surveying baseline for land claims and property boundaries. A distinct Crater in the southern section further emphasizes the region's geological history, marking a landscape defined by both tectonic ancient events and modern rail transport.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1978
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain