1954 Map of Edgewood

About this map

Edgewood and the nearby settlement of Barton occupy a high-desert plateau where Santa Fe, Bernalillo, and Torrance counties meet. This mid-century landscape is defined by extensive ranching operations and family holdings, including Hill Ranch, Bassett Ranch, and the Bella Vista Ranch. A prominent Old Railroad Grade cuts across the northeastern terrain, marking a former transportation corridor that once linked these high plains to larger markets. The map reveals a transition from the wooded elevations of Tomas Canyon to the drainage systems of Bachelor Draw and the Arroyo de San Jose. Local life is anchored by landmarks such as the Mountain Valley Cemetery and the high point at VABM 7003 Northam, while numerous windmills scattered across the quadrangle highlight the essential role of water management in this arid environment.