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1963 Map of Lapis Point, 1965 Print
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1963 Map of Lapis Point

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation lands dominate this high-desert plateau in Rio Arriba County, defined by a complex network of canyons and flat-topped mesas. The early 1960s landscape shows an active energy corridor within the San Juan Basin gas field, where numerous Gas Wells, Drill Holes, and Oil Wells are connected by pipelines and unimproved dirt tracks. This industrial overlay contrasts with the traditional terrain, which includes Eagles Nest and the prominent Lapis Point overlooking Lapis Valley. Drainage patterns are dictated by Tapicito Creek and Las Norias Canyon, which cut through the massive Wild Horse Mesa. The survey captures a moment of transition where traditional land boundaries meet mid-century resource extraction, providing a clear record of the access roads and infrastructure supporting the region's energy development.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain