The image depicts a dilapidated wooden structure, possibly an old farm or ranch building. It is made up of weathered wood planks with visible gaps and broken sections where the walls are partially collapsed. The roof appears damaged, with missing shingles exposing the inner layers of boards to the elements. A single-standing support beam stands on one side, indicating structural instability. The scene is set against a backdrop of an open field under a cloudy sky, suggesting arid or semi-arid conditions typical for agricultural areas such as Imperial Valley in California, which has historically been home to Mexican laborers working in farming industries like peas and melons. The landscape around the structure appears barren with no visible vegetation close by. The black-and-white nature of the photograph contributes a historical context, potentially dating back several decades when color photography was less prevalent or unaffordable for many people. It evokes a sense of abandonment or neglect, highlighting socio-economic challenges faced by rural populations in agricultural regions like Imperial Valley during that time period.

The image depicts a row of tents and several older model cars parked in an open field. This scene appears to represent an emergency migratory labor camp, as described by the caption from Farm Security Administration records. The setting is located near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. It seems like these are temporary shelters for people who might be migrating or working on a project that requires them to stay in one place temporarily before moving again.