1958 Map of Hobbs
USGS Topo · Published 1958About this map
Mescalero Ridge marks the dramatic eastern edge of the High Plains here, overseeing a landscape defined by the mid-century petroleum boom and sprawling cattle operations. The 1950s economy is evident in the dense network of oil fields such as Nelson Oil and Gas Field and Dollarhide Oil Field, while industrial infrastructure like the Natural Gas Company and various pump stations dot the terrain between Hobbs and Seminole. Beyond the industrial activity, the map records the legacy of the ranching era through landmarks like the James Ranch, Flying N Ranch, and the Fisher Ranch. Water is a scarce but vital geographic feature, represented by the ephemeral McKenzie Draw and alkali depressions like Shafter Lake and Laguna Plata. Aviation history is also present, with the footprint of Hobbs Air Force Base appearing just outside the city center.
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