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1952 Map of Playa De Ponce

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Playa De Ponce
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

Sugar production and coastal commerce dominate this mid-century survey of the southern coast of Puerto Rico. The industrial landscape is anchored by massive estates and processing hubs, including Central Fortuna and Central Constancia, alongside family-named agricultural holdings like Hacienda Serrano and Hacienda Esperanza. These plantations are connected by the American Railroad of Porto Rico, which traces the shoreline to serve the shipping facilities at Playa de Ponce.

Beyond the mainland settlements of Capitanejo and Boca Chica, the map details the maritime approaches through the Caribbean Sea, featuring landmarks such as the Muelle de Ponce and the offshore Isla Caja de Muertos. The island is notably detailed with its own Faro (lighthouse) and the prominent Cerro Morrillo, reflecting its importance for navigation into the bustling port. The inland terrain is defined by the alluvial plains of the Río Inabón and Río Bucana, which fed the region's intensive cultivation.