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1979 Map of Capote Falls
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1979 Map of Capote Falls

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Sierra Vieja dominates this high-desert landscape of Presidio County, where the topography is defined by dramatic escarpments and intermittent water sources. The map centers on the drop at Capote Falls, a critical landmark in an arid region characterized by numerous named springs such as Adobe Spring, Mexican Spring, and Nixon Spring. Human presence is sparse and focused on ranching infrastructure, evidenced by the Capote Ranch and a network of windmills including High Lonesome Windmills and the Little Shannon Windmill. Transportation is limited to rugged tracks like the Walker Trail and various unnamed jeep trails, illustrating the area's isolation in the late 1970s. The inclusion of a Mine near the canyon rim and a remote Landing Strip suggests the varied land use of these upland basins, from mineral exploration to aerial access for isolated ranch holdings.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 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