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Old Maps of Desert Hills, Arizona

Explore 12 old maps of Desert Hills, spanning from 1954 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Desert Hills, AZ maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Phoenix, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Phoenix, 1964 Print
    1954 Phoenix
    1964 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Arizona is captured here as the Phoenix metropolitan area begins its rapid expansion into the surrounding desert. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of agricultural hubs like Buckeye and Tolleson, or locate remote landmarks like the Vulture Mine and Nottbusch Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  4. 1957 Map of Phoenix
    1957 Map of Phoenix
    1957 Phoenix
    1957 Print · USGS
    Greater Phoenix and the central Arizona desert during the mid-fifties reveal a landscape of growing suburbs and active desert mines. Researchers can trace the legacy of local landmarks like Wickenburg Prison, the Vulture Mine, and the Tonopah Post Office.
  7. 1958 Map of Phoenix
    1958 Map of Phoenix
    1958 Phoenix
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Phoenix Valley enters a period of postwar expansion, where desert irrigation meets massive military aviation footprints. Trace the development of Phoenix and Glendale alongside the legendary Vulture Mine and the auxiliary runways of Luke Air Force Base.
  10. 1960 Map of Phoenix
    1960 Map of Phoenix
    1960 Phoenix
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of rapid suburban growth alongside enduring desert mining and ranching. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-side settlements like Vicksburg Junction and Waddell, or locate the Vulture Mine and early sites like Agua Fria School.
  13. 1965 Map of Biscuit Flat, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Biscuit Flat, 1966 Print
    1965 Biscuit Flat
    1966 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's arid northern reaches are shown here in the mid-sixties, a landscape of ranching tanks and desert washes. Trace the paths of New River and Skunk Creek past local landmarks like Black Mountain and the Black Canyon Shooting Range.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1969 Map of Phoenix, 1970 Print
    1969 Map of Phoenix, 1970 Print
    1969 Phoenix
    1970 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona is seen at a technological turning point in the late sixties, using Apollo 9 space photography to map the desert landscape. Researchers can trace the growth of Sun City, locate old workings at Vulture Mine, and follow the Gila River past Buckeye.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1971 Map of Phoenix
    1971 Map of Phoenix
    1971 Phoenix
    1971 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona at the start of the seventies shows a desert metropolis expanding toward the Sun Valley retirement boom. Trace the growth of Sun City and Glendale, or locate remote historic sites like the Vulture Gold Mine and Nottbusch Cemetery.
  22. 1988 Map of Phoenix North, 1989 Print
    1988 Map of Phoenix North, 1989 Print
    1988 Phoenix North
    1989 Print · USGS
    North of Phoenix in the late eighties, the desert landscape transitions from the mining heritage of Wickenburg to the burgeoning suburbs of the valley. Trace the paths of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway or locate old operations like the Vulture Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 2011 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2011 Print
    2011 Biscuit Flat
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Desert Hills, including Phoenix, Peoria, and other nearby areas
  28. 2014 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2014 Print
    2014 Biscuit Flat
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Desert Hills, including Phoenix, Peoria, and other nearby areas
  31. 2018 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2018 Print
    2018 Biscuit Flat
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Desert Hills, including Phoenix, Peoria, and other nearby areas
  34. 2021 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Biscuit Flat, 2021 Print
    2021 Biscuit Flat
    2021 Print · USGS
    Arizona's desert northern frontier near Phoenix shows its transition into a suburban and recreational hub in this recent survey. Trace the route of the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct or find trailheads along the Maricopa Trl and Black Canyon Trl.
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