1907 Map of Holtville

About this map

The Alamo River serves as the central artery for an intricate irrigation network in the Imperial Valley during the early twentieth century. This survey, conducted shortly after the valley began its transformation into an agricultural hub, documents a landscape defined by names like the Oat Canal, Palmetto Ditch, and Peach Ditch. These labels reflect the specific crops and reclamation efforts of the era, illustrating how water was methodically diverted across the arid terrain. To the east, the topography shifts abruptly into the Sand Hills, where Deer Peak rises above the dunes.