2010 Map of San Vicente

About this map

Rio Grande waters define the international border in this remote desert reach, where the United States of America and Mexico meet. The landscape is dominated by ephemeral drainage systems such as Tornillo Creek and Glenn Draw that carve through the arid terrain. Human presence is centered on the small settlement of San Vicente and the historical transit point at San Vicente Crossing. The presence of the Old Ore Rd in the northeast corner of the map suggests the region's historical connection to early mining and transportation routes. Topographical landmarks like Black Knob and the rise of La Clocha provide distinct navigational points in an otherwise sparsely populated environment. This 2010 survey captures a specific moment of borderland history, showing the intersection of natural geography and the deliberate lines of international boundaries.