1970s Maps of Arizona

1. 1970 Map of Virgin Basin, 1972 Print

   

   1970 Virgin Basin

   1972 Print · USGS

   The Nevada and Arizona borderlands meet at the confluence of the Colorado and Virgin Rivers in the mid-twentieth century. Trace the early development of Temple Bar Marina and find remote sites like Bonelli Landing and the Lakeside Mine.

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4. 1970 Map of Cattle Canyon, 1972 Print

   

   1970 Cattle Canyon

   1972 Print · USGS

   The high plateau country of the Navajo Nation is captured here in the early 1970s, spanning the border of Arizona and Utah. Researchers can trace the steep topography of Nakai Mesa and identify remote water sources like Fullers Spring and Neskahi Wash.

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7. 1970 Map of Kinnikinick Lake, 1972 Print

   

   1970 Kinnikinick Lake

   1972 Print · USGS

   Coconino County was a landscape of high mesas and vital water catchments in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace the water-management history of the high country through features like Kinnikinick Lake, Anderson Spring, and Long Lake.

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10. 1970 Map of Turkey Mtn., 1972 Print

    

    1970 Turkey Mtn.

    1972 Print · USGS

    Coconino National Forest at the start of the 1970s reveals a rugged landscape of high-country ranching and forest management. Researchers can trace the water network of the era through sites like Willow Valley Dam, Clintons Pool, and the working Wingfield Corral.

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13. 1970 Map of Cow Springs, 1972 Print

    

    1970 Cow Springs

    1972 Print · USGS

    Coconino County was a crossroads of tradition and transition in the early 1970s, as shown by the settlements and land use patterns here. Researchers can trace the heritage of the Old Cow Springs Trading Post, the waters of Kai Si Kito, and the layout of Masitoh.

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16. 1970 Map of Kydestea Spring, 1972 Print

    

    1970 Kydestea Spring

    1972 Print · USGS

    The Navajo and Hopi borderlands in the early 1970s reveal a high-desert landscape centered on the vital waters of Kydestea Spring. Researchers can trace the path of a Pack Trail across Black Mesa or locate remote sites like Dog Spring and Blue Canyon.

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19. 1970 Map of Square Butte, 1972 Print

    

    1970 Square Butte

    1972 Print · USGS

    Coconino County was a landscape of deep canyons and mesa heights in the early seventies, primarily within the Navajo Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace remote desert routes and find significant landmarks like the Cliff Dwelling at White Mesa or the distinctive Navajo Stand Rock.

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22. 1970 Map of Jaycox Mtn., 1972 Print

    

    1970 Jaycox Mtn.

    1972 Print · USGS

    Coconino County during the early seventies is revealed as a working landscape of cattle tanks and forest trails. Researchers can locate remote landmarks like Bargaman Park, the Soldier Annex Canal, and numerous family-named tanks such as Jaycox Tank.

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25. 1970 Map of Loy Butte, 1972 Print

    

    1970 Loy Butte

    1972 Print · USGS

    Coconino National Forest in the early seventies was a land of remote cattle ranches and hidden canyon outposts. Researchers can trace the layout of historic operations like Hancock Ranch and Gray Ranch, or locate landmarks such as the Cliff Dwelling and the legendary Robbers Roost.

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28. 1970 Map of Black Mesa Wash NW, 1972 Print

    

    1970 Black Mesa Wash NW

    1972 Print · USGS

    The Navajo and Hopi borderlands of Northern Arizona are captured here in the early seventies, centered on the Klethla Valley. Researchers can trace remote water sources like Frank Isaac Spring and old transportation routes including a Pack Trail.

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31. 1970 Map of Warm Springs SW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Warm Springs SW

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Havasu Valley area at the dawn of the seventies shows a desert landscape transitioning into a modern community. Researchers can trace the development of the Golden Shores neighborhood near Topock Marsh or locate the Old Railroad Grade and Landing Strip near the Topock settlement.

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34. 1970 Map of Needles SW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Needles SW

    1973 Print · USGS

    The high desert of San Bernardino County meets the Arizona border in the early 1970s, showcasing the transportation and mining roots of the region. Local researchers can trace the National Old Trails Road and locate remote mining prospects near Shadow Canyon.

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37. 1970 Map of Tall Mountain NW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Tall Mountain NW

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Navajo Indian Reservation in the early seventies reveals a landscape of deep canyons and high mesas. Archaeologists and researchers can trace the locations of several Ruins, a Cliff Dwelling, and the winding Pack Trail through Piute Canyon.

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40. 1970 Map of Whirlwind Rock, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Whirlwind Rock

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Navajo Plateau in northern Arizona comes to life in this survey of the Shonto region during the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace essential water sources and livestock landmarks like Begay Windmill, Red Spot Spring, and Old Farm Spring.

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43. 1970 Map of Needles NW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Needles NW

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Colorado River borderlands in the early 1970s reveal a mix of desert ranching and heavy rail infrastructure. Researchers can locate the Soto Ranch, the rail stop at Java, and the Walters Ranch Landing Field along the Mohave Valley floor.

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46. 1970 Map of Shonto SE, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Shonto SE

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Navajo Indian Reservation is surveyed here in the early seventies, showcasing the dramatic drop from the Shonto Plateau to the valley floor. Researchers can trace remote desert features like a Pack Trail, a seasonal Spring, and a lone Corral.

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49. 1970 Map of Chavez Mtn NW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Chavez Mtn NW

    1973 Print · USGS

    Coconino County in the early 1970s was a landscape of deep canyons and critical water management for ranching and forest operations. Trace the early water improvements and access routes through Grapevine Canyon, Kinnikinick Canyon, and Morton Tanks.

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52. 1970 Map of Cactus Flat, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Cactus Flat

    1973 Print · USGS

    Navajo County ranching and forest lands are frozen in time during the early seventies, showing a landscape of windmills and rugged washes. Genealogists and historians can trace the Old Railroad Grade and locate family-named sites like Thomas Windmill and Linden Windmill.

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55. 1970 Map of Red Knoll, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Red Knoll

    1973 Print · USGS

    Navajo County ranching and forest lands are captured here in the early seventies, showing a high-desert territory reliant on scattered water catchments. Researchers can locate remote features like Uranium Tank, the Red Knoll Well, and family-named landmarks including Turley Tank.

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58. 1970 Map of Buck Mountains, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Buck Mountains

    1973 Print · USGS

    Mohave County’s arid interior is revealed in the early 1970s as a landscape of isolated mines and historic desert thoroughfares. Researchers can trace the development of the Old National Trails Road and locate remote extraction sites like the Palo Verde Mine and Arizona Yucca Mine.

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61. 1970 Map of Boundary Cone, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Boundary Cone

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Black Mountains of Mohave County are shown here during a period of transition in the early seventies, dominated by the legacy of the Oatman mining district. Researchers can trace historic mineral claims and access routes to sites like the United Oatman Mine, Alcyone Mine, and Black Range Mine.

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64. 1970 Map of Taylor, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Taylor

    1973 Print · USGS

    Snowflake and Taylor appear at a time of steady growth and industrial transition in the early seventies. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and local burials at the Taylor Cem and Shumway Cem, or follow the Old Railroad Grade through the valley.

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67. 1970 Map of Betatakin Ruin, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Betatakin Ruin

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Navajo Nation's high mesas and ancient canyons are detailed in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of significant archaeological heritage. Trace the footpaths to Betatakin Ruin and locate remote water sources like Bubbling Spring and Peach Spring.

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70. 1970 Map of Show Low North, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Show Low North

    1973 Print · USGS

    Show Low and the surrounding high-country forests are documented here as the town expanded into a recreational and utility hub. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Show Low, from the Cem and Rodeo Grounds to infrastructure like the Lone Pine Dam.

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73. 1970 Map of John Daw Mesa, 1973 Print

    

    1970 John Daw Mesa

    1973 Print · USGS

    Coconino County, Arizona, is captured here during the early seventies, detailing the remote land within the Navajo - Hopi Joint Use Area. Researchers can trace specific family-named landmarks and water sources like the John Daw Grave, John Daw Well, and Kai Si Kato.

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