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1984 Map of Espanola
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1984 Map of Espanola

USGS Topo · Published 1984

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The Rio Grande flows through this 1984 survey, serving as a corridor for established communities and indigenous lands in Northern New Mexico. The map details the intricate relationship between water and settlement in the high desert, documenting vital irrigation infrastructure like the Vigil Ditch, La Mesilla Ditch, and Llano Ditch. These canals branch off the Santa Cruz River and other tributaries to support the agricultural heritage of the Santa Clara Indian Reservation and the San Ildefonso Indian Reservation. Distinctive landforms such as the prominent Black Mesa rise above the valley floor, while the growing urban center of Espanola anchors the northern portion of the sheet. For genealogists and local historians, the map provides a precise look at the small clusters of homes and family plots in Santo Niño, Riverside, and La Mesilla, alongside the historic centers of Santa Clara Pueblo and San Ildefonso Pueblo.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1984
Date Published1984
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain