1942 Map of Aguadilla

About this map

The coastal sweep of Bahia de Aguadilla (Aguadilla Bay) anchors this 1942 publication, showcasing the vital transportation and agricultural infrastructure of northwest Puerto Rico. Based on surveys from 1922 and 1937, the map traces the American Railroad of Porto Rico as it winds through settlements like Aguadilla and Aguada. Along the shoreline, the Pta Borinquen L H stands as a primary maritime landmark near Verdun. Inland, the terrain rises into the Cerros de Aguada, where the landscape is defined by its water systems, including the Rio Culebrinas and its various tributaries. The concentration of rail sidings, such as Desvio Victoria and Desvio Jimenez, alongside the large Coloso estate, illustrates the region's reliance on the sugar industry and rail network for moving goods toward the port. Smaller local landmarks like the Iglesia de la Concepcion and Aguada Parque de Colon provide specific points of interest for local history.