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1965 Map of Mora

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Mora
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Mora Valley defines the settlement pattern of this mid-1960s landscape, where the Mora River and its tributaries sustain a string of traditional villages. The map documents the intricate cultural geography of the region, featuring a dense concentration of religious and genealogical sites including St Vrain Cem, St Gertrude Cem, and the Presbyterian Cem near the town of Mora. These landmarks, along with the St James Chapel and Sacred Heart Chapel, speak to the deep-rooted community history along the valley floor.

To the west, the boundary of the Santa Fe National Forest rises into the El Oro Mountains and toward Eagle Peak. The transition from the irrigated valley to the high ridges is marked by smaller settlements like Abuelo, Ledoux, and North Carmen. Evidence of rural industry is visible in various gravel pits and mines, while the Cueva Canal and numerous acequias illustrate the vital water management systems essential to life in this part of northern New Mexico.