1974 Map of Imperial
USGS Topo · Published 1977About this map
The Pecos County town of Imperial serves as the focal point of this 1970s landscape, positioned near the junction of agricultural irrigation and petroleum extraction. The Pecos River snakes across the terrain, forming the boundary with Crane County to the north. Extensive water management is visible through the W I D No 2 Canal and W I D No 3 Canal, which supported local farming alongside the heavy industrial presence of the Abell Oil Field, Tucker Oil Field, and Atapco Oil Field. The presence of dual Landing Strips and a Gas Plant highlights the area's mid-century role as a logistical hub for the West Texas oil economy. Researchers can also trace the location of numerous Gravel Pits and industrial infrastructure like the Pumping Sta and Gaging Sta along the river banks.
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