1983 Map of Marfa
USGS Topo · Published 1983About this map
The high desert landscape of Marfa is defined by a distinct urban grid set against the vast drainage systems of the Trans-Pecos. In the early 1980s, the town remains centered on its historic Courthouse and the Southern Pacific railroad line, which bisects the community. Local history is anchored by the St Marys Sch, High Sch, and multiple cemeteries including Holmes Cem. The surrounding terrain is marked by intermittent water features like Alamito Creek, Fourmile Draw, and the curiously named Porter Waterhole to the north. Evidence of the region’s ranching and utility infrastructure is everywhere, from the Cardwell Windmill to the Marfa Municipal Airport. Cultural and recreational life is visible through landmarks such as the Drive-in Theater and Coffield Park, reflecting the town's role as a regional hub even as it maintains its remote character near the Rancheria Hills.
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