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1985 Map of Otis
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1985 Map of Otis

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Agricultural infrastructure and water management define this mid-1980s landscape southeast of Carlsbad. The settlement of Otis sits as a primary waypoint amidst a network of irrigation and flood control, dominated by the Southern Canal and the winding course of the Pecos River. The terrain is marked by a series of engineered features including a long Levee and numerous drainage structures along Cass Draw, illustrating the efforts to reclaim and protect the arid Basin and Range lands for local utility. Industrial and residential footprints are visible in the form of multiple Gravel Pits and a designated Trailer Park near the city periphery. Farther into the open country, scattered landmarks such as a Radio Facility, a Pumping Station, and livestock infrastructure like the Corral and Wm Corral reflect a rural economy tied to ranching and resource extraction.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain