1960 Map of Albuquerque West

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The Rio Grande corridor serves as the central artery for this mid-century view of Albuquerque, where the ancient Town of Atrisco Grant meets the expanding urban footprint. This period shows a transition from the historic core at Old Town, home to the San Felipe Ch, toward the modern developments of the Kirtland Addition. The landscape is a mix of agricultural heritage and civic infrastructure, with traditional neighborhoods like Barelas and Los Duranes sitting alongside vital water management systems such as the Albuquerque Riverside Drain and Arenal Canal.