1953 Map of Espanola, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Espanola

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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Espanola serves as a central hub at the confluence of the Rio Grande and the Santa Cruz River, anchoring a landscape defined by historic land grants and traditional water management. The 1950s geography reveals an intricate network of irrigation ditches such as the Mexican Ditch and La Mesilla Ditch, alongside numerous acequias and flumes that sustain the valley's agricultural life. This survey captures the distinct boundaries and settlements of the Santa Clara Pueblo Grant, San Ildefonso Pueblo Grant, and the Jacona Grant. Cultural landmarks range from the Santa Clara School (Aband) to the San Antonio de Padua del Rancho, reflecting the deep Catholic and Indigenous heritage of the region. Transportation is marked by the Kit Carbon Highway and several large ranching operations like the Slash-H Ranch and Broken Arrow Ranch.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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