1960 Map of Santa Isabel

About this map

The agricultural and coastal landscape of southern Puerto Rico is defined here by the sugar-producing infrastructure of the mid-20th century. Central Cortada stands near the mouth of the Río Descalabrado, while Santa Isabel serves as a central hub for the surrounding fields and shoreline settlements. The map illustrates a transitional economy where established estates like Hacienda Florida and Hacienda Alomar exist alongside newer developments like the Aeropuerto de Santa Isabel. To the south, the Caribbean Sea shoreline is marked by distinct coastal villages such as Playita Cortada and Playa de Santa Isabel. Maritime features include the prominent Cayo Berbería and the sheltered Bahía de Rincón, while the inland irrigation and transport network is anchored by the Estación Santa Isabel.