1965 Map of Kofa

About this map

Kofa sits at the southern edge of this mid-1960s landscape, serving as a point of interest along the Southern Pacific railroad line. The terrain transitions from the low-lying southern plains to the elevations of the Palomas Mts in the northeast. A significant portion of the northern and central sections is occupied by the Yuma Proving Ground, emphasizing the area's mid-century military utility. Sparse infrastructure, such as a Jeep Trail, a Well, and a Water Tank, underscores the arid and utilitarian nature of the environment during this period. Benchmarks like BM 389 provide precise elevation data for the area, which was mapped from 1963 aerial photography and field-checked in 1965.