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1972 Map of Timpas, 1985 Print
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1972 Map of Timpas

USGS Topo · Published 1985

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The settlement of Timpas serves as a focal point for this Otero County landscape, where the iron rails of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad parallel the path of the legendary Santa Fe Trail. This corridor represents a critical historical transportation artery, marked by a Historical Marker that notes the area's legacy as a waystation for travelers. The terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems, including Timpas Creek and its many tributaries like South Dry Creek and Lone Tree Arroyo, which feed into the ranching economy evidenced by scattered Well sites and the Brown Reservoir. To the south, the small siding of Ayer sits along the rail line near Rock Arroyo, illustrating the sparse but vital infrastructure of the high plains. Features like a small Cem and various Gravel Pit locations reflect the local community and industry that sustained this high-desert environment during the late twentieth century.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 27.1 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain