1979 Map of Capote Falls

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.