1983 Map of Eagle Mountain

About this map

The international border between the United States of America and Estados Unidos Mexicanos bisects this 1983 survey, illustrating the desert landscape where New Mexico meets Chihuahua. North of the line, Eagle Mountain and Middle Mountain dominate the terrain in Hidalgo County, with water sources like Willow Creek and Big Tank providing critical infrastructure in the arid environment. South of the border, the map details a network of named locales and landmarks such as El Rayado, El Potrero, and El Aguila. This cartographic record is notable for its bilingual orientation, capturing the transition between the American Southwest and Northern Mexico. The placement of features like El Contrabando and La Linea suggests the long-standing importance of this boundary region for movement and monitoring across the high desert floor.