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1971 Map of Rio Grande Village

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Rio Grande Village
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1995
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1995

About this map

Rio Grande waters trace the international boundary in the early 1970s, carving through the dramatic geology of Big Bend National Park. This desert landscape is defined by the massive Sierra del Caballo Muerto and the sharp relief of Boquillas Canyon. At the river's edge, Rio Grande Village serves as a focal point for activity, supported by a Ranger Sta, Campground, and a Research Sta.

Evidence of historical industry and transit remains visible in the network of trails and primitive roads. The Old Ore Road and the Aerial Tramway Trail reflect the area's mining history, while the Boquillas Crossing (Ford) near the US Customs office marks a traditional point of international passage. From the heights of Ernst Ridge to the secluded Hot Springs, the map documents a remote frontier managed for conservation and public use.