1971 Map of Nara Visa

About this map

Nara Visa serves as the focal point of this 1971 survey, situated along the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad line near the New Mexico and Texas state line. The settlement pattern is defined by the high plains ranching economy, where numerous named water sources such as Jones Well, McAlister Well, and Houghton Well indicate the critical infrastructure required for livestock in this arid environment. The terrain transitions from the relatively flat expanses near Bravo Ranch to the more dissected landscapes of Sidle Canyon and the Nara Visa Arroyo. These drainage systems, including the North Fork and South Fork, dictate the placement of roads like Lockney Road. This map documents a period when the rail line remained a vital artery through Quay County, connecting remote ranching outposts to larger markets.