1963 Map of Mesita De Guadalupe

About this map

Anton Chico dominates this high-plains landscape in Guadalupe County, captured just as mid-century infrastructure began to mark the open range. The terrain is defined by dramatic escarpments and canyon systems, including Cañada de Arriba and Cañada de Abajo, which drain toward the south. Scattered ranching and utility sites like Moon Ranch, Cowden, and the Telephone Tank water hole indicate a sparse but established presence in the region. Modern additions to the landscape are visible through several pipelines and a cluster of Radio Towers, while local industry is represented by a small Quarry near the center of the sheet. The map also traces traditional water sources such as Agua de los Juanes and Frog Tank, which were essential for sustaining livestock in this arid environment before the expansion of more permanent rural development.