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1963 Map of Monte Christo, 1991 Print
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1963 Map of Monte Christo

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Mission Air Base serves as a prominent landmark in this landscape of the Rio Grande Valley, characterized by a complex network of resource extraction and ranching. The Monte Christo Gas Field dominates the central topography, where numerous Gas Wells and an extensive Pipeline system reflect the energy industry's footprint in Hidalgo County during the early 1960s. Rural life is anchored by family-named landmarks such as La Gloria Ranch and isolated water sources like the El Golfo Windmill and La Trenca Windmill. Near the small settlement of Monte Christo, several quarries and a dedicated Picnic Area suggest a mix of industrial utility and local recreation. The presence of a Landing Field near the air base further underscores the importance of aviation to this south Texas region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1991
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain