1960 Map of Alameda

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The Rio Grande valley north of Albuquerque is defined by an intricate network of irrigation and drainage infrastructure, including the Corrales Main Canal, Riverside Drain, and Albuquerque Main Canal. This complex water system supports the agricultural character of Corrales and Alameda, where the Camino Real follows the river's path. To the east, the terrain rises sharply into the Elena Gallegos and the foothills of the Cibola National Forest, carved by numerous drainages like the Arroyo de Domingo Baca and Arroyo del Pino. Significant institutional landmarks are scattered throughout the landscape, from the Sandia View Academy and San Ysidro Ch in the north to the Academy for Boys and Nazareth Hospital further south. Industrial footprints, such as the Reeves Powerplant and various Gravel Pits, highlight the mid-century expansion near the Albuquerque city boundary.