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1951 Map of Hagerman

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Hagerman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

The Pecos River carves a winding path through this 1951 survey, defining the agricultural character of the Buffalo Valley in southeastern New Mexico. The town of Hagerman serves as a central hub, supported by the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad and the critical irrigation provided by the Hagerman Canal. This infrastructure transformed the arid landscape into a productive farming region, visible in the numerous ditches and landmarks like the Buffalo Valley Farm.

South of town, the small settlement of Lake Arthur marks the southern extent of the map, while the inclusion of the Wiggins Landing Field (Private) and a Landing Strip near Lake Tolliver reflects the growing importance of aviation in mid-century rural life. Other local details include the Hagerman Cemetery, a Ball Park, and the Stock Pens at Mossman, all of which offer a detailed look at the social and economic foundations of Chaves County during this era.