1953 Map of Hadley

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the central artery for this mid-century landscape on the border of Otero and Bent counties, where irrigation and rail infrastructure define the local economy. Significant historical sites are noted along the river valley, most notably the Old Fort Bent (Ruins) and a nearby Historical Marker, pointing to the area's frontier heritage. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad parallels the river, connecting small settlements like Hadley and Casa while passing numerous Gravel Pits that suggest active local extraction industries.