1960 Map of Isabela

About this map

Isabela sits perched on the northern cliffs of Puerto Rico, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in this mid-century topographic survey. The coastal landscape is defined by its barrios and sharp geographic transitions, from the eastern residential concentration near the Limite Del Pueblo to the military infrastructure of Ramey Air Force Base along the western boundary. The map captures a period when rural barrios like Montaña, Jobos, and Bejucos maintained distinct identities, connected by a network of local roads and the intriguing Tunel De Acueducto. Coastal landmarks such as Punta Sardina and Punta Jacinto anchor the shoreline, while the inclusion of the U.S. Mil Res reflects the strategic importance of this northwestern corner of the island during the Cold War era.