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1965 Map of Gallegos Trading Post, 1969 Print
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1965 Map of Gallegos Trading Post

USGS Topo · Published 1969

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Gallegos Trading Post stands as a focal point in this high desert landscape of San Juan County, where the infrastructure of the mid-century energy industry intersects with older ranching traditions. The terrain is defined by the deep incisions of Gallegos Canyon and Cedar Canyon, providing a stark contrast to the plateau. The 1965 survey reveals an extensive network of pipelines, numerous gas wells, and scattered drill holes, illustrating the rapid expansion of resource extraction in the San Juan Basin. Amidst this industrial growth, legacy landmarks such as the Gallegos Windmill, McKay Windmill, and Pete Spring mark the essential water points that sustained life in this arid environment long before the arrival of the Pumping Sta.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1969
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain