1972 Map of Doss Canyon South

About this map

Purgatoire River carves a deep path through the northwestern corner of this 1970s landscape, which is defined by a network of steep drainages including Doss Canyon and Bachicha Canyon. The terrain shows signs of remote infrastructure and land use, with a prominent Pipeline and several Landing Strips situated on the higher plateaus. Local history is anchored by the Pleasant View Cem, providing a specific point of interest for genealogists tracking family ties in this corner of Las Animas County. The map details a transition from the winding canyon floors of Henry George Canyon to the more accessible uplands crisscrossed by a Jeep Trail, illustrating how the geography dictated the placement of transportation and utilities in the high desert.