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1972 Map of Esperanza, 1975 Print
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1972 Map of Esperanza

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The Rio Grande forms the international boundary between the United States and Mexico in this arid reach of West Texas, where the landscape is defined by its vital irrigation infrastructure. The small settlement of Esperanza sits at the heart of this network, positioned between the Hudspeth Main Canal and the Rio Grande. This era saw intensive water management to support agriculture in the desert, evidenced by the Macho Reservoir No 1 and its Spillway, along with a complex system of channels including the Algodon Canal and Madden Lateral. Transport and logistics are anchored by the Southern Pacific and Texas and Pacific railroads in the north, while a Landing Strip and the roadway labeled Dave provide local access. To the southeast, the Fort Quitman Lake serves as a prominent landmark in a terrain otherwise characterized by seasonal drainage ways like Arroyo Macho and Balluco Arroyo.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 29.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain