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1970 Map of Salinas

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Salinas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The coastal sugar-producing landscape of southern Puerto Rico is captured here during a period of transition between agricultural traditions and modern infrastructure. The town of Salinas serves as the inland anchor, while the shoreline is defined by the BahíA De RincóN and a network of lagoons and cays including Cayos de Ratones and Mar Negro. Historical haciendas like Hacienda Carmen, Hacienda Palés, and Hacienda Teresa are still clearly marked, reflecting the region's plantation heritage.

Modern development is evidenced by the Aeropuerto de Salinas and the expansive Camp Santiago U S Military Reservation to the north. These elements contrast with the fishing and maritime character of Playa de Salinas and the outlying settlement at Las Mareas. The map also details essential water management features such as the Canal de Guayama and several rivers including the Río Jueyes and Río Nigua, which were vital for the local irrigation and drainage systems.