1985 Map of Laredo

About this map

The Rio Grande defines the international boundary and the character of this South Texas landscape, where the growing urban center of Laredo meets the vast ranchlands of Webb County. In the mid-1980s, the city’s expansion is evident through the development of Del Mar and the infrastructure at Laredo International Airport, while the surrounding terrain remains dominated by intricate drainage systems like Arroyo Sombrerito and Arroyo Blanco. The map captures a critical transportation hub where the Missouri Pacific and Texas Mexican railroads converge, supporting the region's cross-border commerce.