1985 Map of West of Guadalupe Canyon

About this map

The international boundary between the United States and Mexico bisects this high-desert landscape in southeastern Cochise County. In the mid-1980s, the region was characterized by its complex mesa systems and seasonal drainage patterns, most notably the prominent San Bernardino area and the sprawling Mesa El Agua Verde. Named landmarks like El Toro and El Fist reflect the cultural heritage of this borderland, while features such as El Represo indicate the essential water management required in an arid environment. The map details the transition from the relatively flat reaches of El Zacatonal and Los Janos into the sharper relief of Mesa Guadalupe and Mesa La Nopalera, providing a snapshot of the terrain as it existed before contemporary border developments changed the visual character of the corridor.