1952 Map of Patillas

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The Sierra de Cayey dominates this 1952 landscape, showcasing a period of significant hydroelectric development and rural educational expansion in southeastern Puerto Rico. The intricate shoreline of Lago Carite in the northwest and Lago Patillas in the southeast serve as anchors for the region's water resources, supporting industrial features like the Planta Hidroelectrica de Carite No. 1. The map reveals a network of rural schools, including the Escuela Segunda Unidad de Yaurel and Escuela Rural Carmen Santiesteban, which highlight the social infrastructure of the barrios during the mid-century. From the high peaks of Cerro La Santa to the coastal plains near Patillas, the terrain is marked by traditional landholdings such as Hacienda Felicita and small settlements like Egozcue, providing a detailed look at the transition between the mountainous interior and the Caribbean watershed.