He was seeking funds from a Swiss bank to attract European settlers to Eddy's clean air and sunny climate. The mineral content and related healing properties of the water in the two cities, continents apart, was virtually identical. Carlsbad Spring still flows today in the northern corner of the city, near the Pecos Flume. Framed by the Chihuahuan Desert, the city features numerous attractions, including spectacular aquatic vistas.
Every city has an oasis, and with water included, Carlsbad is no exception.
The Pecos River snakes its way through this warm, desert town, its deep blue waters providing beauty, serenity, livelihoods and entertainment for many in the valley. Originating in the mountains of Northern New Mexico, the Pecos River travels 900 miles into Texas where it joins the Rio Grande. Along its journey, the river creates an awesome presence in Carlsbad and surrounding areas. Its waters are appreciated by farmers, ranchers, residents and visitors alike who work with them, play with them, play in them and dream along them. Originally built of wood, the flume was rebuilt with concrete following the 1902 flood and at the time of construction was the largest concrete structure in the world.