1954 Map of San Felipe Pueblo

About this map

San Felipe Pueblo occupies a central position along the Rio Grande in this mid-century survey, flanked by a network of intricate land grants and reservations. The landscape transitions from the river valley, where the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad parallels the water, to the higher elevations of the Cibola National Forest. The eastern portion of the map provides a look at the former mining and ranching economy that once defined the area, with numerous abandoned operations such as Coal Mine (Aband) and Mina del Agua (Aband). Evidence of past settlement is preserved in the location of Tejon (Ghost Town) and Hagan (Ghost Town), reflecting the shifting population centers of Sandoval County. Historical landmarks like the Mormon Battalion Monument stand near the American Camino, marking the intersection of military history and early transit routes.