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2013 Map of La Union

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of La Union
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Rio Grande corridor north of El Paso serves as the primary artery for this borderland region, where the state line between New Mexico and Texas cuts across a landscape defined by an intricate network of irrigation channels. Agricultural heritage is evident in the naming of local landmarks such as Chile Patch Ln and the numerous water features like the Talbot Lateral, Central Lateral, and West Drain that support the valley floor. La Union sits at the heart of this grid, flanked by the elevated desert to the west and the riparian valley to the east.

Transportation and infrastructure reflect the area's growth, with the Dona Ana County Airport at Santa Teresa and the Cielo Dorado Estates Airport highlighting its modern connectivity. The map captures the meeting of established settlements like Anthony and Sunland Park with the rural routes of McNutt Rd and Westside Rd, providing a detailed look at the shifting boundaries of the Mesilla Valley as it appeared in the early 21st century.