Join Free
1954 Map of Midway Well, 1959 Print
Loading...
Loading map...

1954 Map of Midway Well

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Midway Well sits at the heart of this mid-century desert landscape, serving as a critical waypoint in a region defined by its harsh environment and engineering efforts. The terrain is dominated by the shifting Sand Dunes of the East Mesa, which transition sharply into the industrial corridor of the All American Canal. This massive water infrastructure is documented in detail, featuring technical landmarks like Power Drop No 2, Power Drop No 3, and a Siphon, reflecting the era's focus on desert reclamation. Just north of the United States Mexico border, agricultural testing is evident at Experimental Farm No 1 and Experimental Farm No 2, suggesting early attempts to cultivate the arid soil using canal water. A network of Jeep Trails and a system of Levees further illustrate the human footprint on this borderland frontier.

Find a feature on this map

16 named features on this map. Tap any name to fly to it.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? This feature index may not catch every label — zoom into the map to look around manually.

Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.8 inches

Editions of this 1954 Midway Well Map

Historical Maps of United States Through Time

419 maps found

Featured Locations

Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain