1952 Map of Aguas Buenas

About this map

Aguas Buenas and its surrounding mountain barrios are shown here as they appeared in the early 1950s, a period of transition before the heavy urban expansion of the late twentieth century. The map details a complex landscape of steep ridges and deep valleys, anchored by the Río Grande de Loíza which winds through the eastern sectors of La Gloria and Jaguas. Evidence of the era's social and communication infrastructure is visible through the Antena de Radio (WAPA) near Guaynabo and several rural educational centers like the Escuela Segunda Unidad de Río Cañas. The rugged interior topography is marked by named peaks such as Cerro Marquesa and Altos de la Mesa, while the settlement pattern remains largely clustered around traditional centers like Pueblo Seco and Bocas. This survey captures the mid-century municipal boundaries and local landmarks, including the Planta Alcantarillado and the specialized facility at Leprocomio.