1972 Map of Round Top

About this map

Mesa de los Jumanos dominates this landscape, rising above the surrounding high desert terrain in Torrance County. The 1970s land use pattern reflects a scattered ranching economy, with essential water sources like High Lonesome Well, Two-legged Windmill, and Coyote Well providing the lifeblood for this arid region. The presence of both the East Mesa School and Liberty School suggests the location of small, rural communities that once anchored the plateau and Liberty Valley. Genealogy researchers may find significance in the Round Top Cem located near the distinctive peak of Round Top, as well as an additional Cem further south. The map's detailed topography traces numerous drainages, including Dead Dog Canyon and Rogers Draw, which cut through the mesa's rugged edges.