1970 Map of Cunavea Basin

About this map

The Caprock dominates this 1970s landscape, forming a dramatic escarpment that overlooks the lower Cunavea Basin. This transition between the high mesa and the basin floor is marked by erosion-carved features like Long Canyon and Stanford Canyon, which cut through the rugged rim. Water is the primary driver of development in this arid New Mexico terrain, evidenced by the strategic placement of Hart Springs, Alamo Spring, and various man-made installations including a Water Tank and a significant Ditch. Land use is primarily agricultural and industrial, with several Gravel Pit sites scattered across the southern basin floor and a network of fence lines indicating active ranching. A prominent Knoll in the southeast provides a distinct navigational landmark amidst the relatively flat basin terrain.