Old Maps of Gu Vo District, Arizona

1. 1953 Map of Ajo, 1971 Print

   

   1953 Ajo

   1971 Print · USGS

   The Arizona desert at mid-century reveals a landscape of massive copper mines, tribal reservations, and military testing grounds. Genealogists and historians can trace rail stopovers like Dateland and Mohawk or locate remote sites like the Reward Mine and Gu Achi (Santa Rosa).

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4. 1954 Map of Sonoyta

   

   1954 Sonoyta

   1954 Print · USGS

   The Arizona-Sonora borderlands come into focus in the 1950s, showing a landscape of volcanic craters and remote desert outposts. Trace the cattle-ranching and Indigenous history of the region through sites like Cervantls Well and Ali Ak Chin.

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7. 1957 Map of Ajo

   

   1957 Ajo

   1957 Print · USGS

   Southern Arizona in the fifties reveals a landscape of massive copper mines, remote desert wells, and tribal reservations. Genealogists and historians can trace old cattle outposts like Whitewing Ranch, the Tracy's Trading Post, and the copper works at Ajo.

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10. 1958 Map of Ajo

    

    1958 Ajo

    1958 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Pima and Yuma Counties during the late fifties shows a landscape of remote copper mines and military flight paths. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific Railroad through Gila Bend and find heritage sites like O'Neills Grave or the Christmas Gift Mine.

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13. 1962 Map of Ajo

    

    1962 Ajo

    1962 Print · USGS

    Southern Arizona in the early sixties was a landscape of deep-desert mining, military airfields, and tribal lands. Researchers can trace the Cornelia Mine near Ajo, remote outposts like Trays Trading Post, and the path of the Devils Highway.

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16. 1963 Map of Ajo

    

    1963 Ajo

    1963 Print · USGS

    Southwestern Arizona in the early sixties reveals a landscape of desert ranches and remote mining outposts. Trace the historic Southern Pacific line or locate isolated landmarks like O'Neils Grave and Tracy's Trading Post.

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19. 1963 Map of Kom Vo, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Kom Vo

    1964 Print · USGS

    The southern border of the Papago Indian Reservation is captured in the early 1960s, showing a land shaped by isolated wells and ancient paths. Genealogists and historians can trace the residents of Kom Vo and Vamori, or locate specific sites like Petroglyphs and Papago Farms.

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22. 1963 Map of Mt. Ajo, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Mt. Ajo

    1964 Print · USGS

    Southern Arizona in the early sixties reveals a landscape of tribal villages and desert monuments shaped by the Ajo Range. Genealogists and historians can locate remote settlements like Schuchuli and Gu Vo, or trace landmarks like the Surprise Mine and Kerwo Day Sch.

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25. 1963 Map of Pisinimo, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Pisinimo

    1964 Print · USGS

    The Papago Indian Reservation in the early sixties is captured here as a landscape of desert washes and remote O'odham villages. Genealogists and historians can trace traditional settlements and vital water sources like Pisinimo, Wahak Hotrontk, and Schuk Cowlik.

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28. 1963 Map of Lukeville, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Lukeville

    1964 Print · USGS

    The Arizona-Mexico borderlands come into focus in this early 1960s survey, detailing the desert infrastructure of the Papago Indian Reservation. Researchers can locate remote sites like the Milton Mine, San Rafael Ruins, and the border crossing at Lukeville.

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31. 1963 Map of Diaz Peak, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Diaz Peak

    1965 Print · USGS

    Southern Arizona’s borderlands and the tribal lands of the O'odham people are captured in the 1960s. Trace the remote desert outposts and water sources of the era, from the village of Ali Chuk and Menagers Lake to the rugged heights of Diaz Peak.

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34. 1967 Map of Ajo

    

    1967 Ajo

    1967 Print · USGS

    Southern Arizona in the mid-1960s is depicted here as a landscape of military aviation and deep-desert ranching. Trace the historical mining operations at Vekol Mine or follow the Southern Pacific rail line through Gila Bend and Dateland.

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37. 1980 Map of Ajo, 1996 Print

    

    1980 Ajo

    1996 Print · USGS

    In the Sonoran Desert during the early 1980s, mining operations and tribal lands shaped the landscape of Pima County. Researchers can trace the development of Ajo and Why, locate desert outposts like San Simon Well, and identify old workings at the Bluebird Mine.

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40. 1982 Map of Ajo

    

    1982 Ajo

    1982 Print · USGS

    The Arizona-Sonora borderlands come into focus in the early eighties, showcasing a landscape of desert mining towns and expansive tribal lands. Trace the Southern Pacific rail line through Gila Bend or explore the remote settlements of Ajo and Lukeville.

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43. 1988 Map of Diaz Peak

    

    1988 Diaz Peak

    1988 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Pima County comes to life in the late 1980s as conservation lands meet tribal territories. Trace the dramatic topography of the Ajo Range and find remote landmarks like Diaz Spire, Sweetwater Pass, and the Papago Indian Reservation boundary.

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46. 1988 Map of South of Bailey Peak

    

    1988 South of Bailey Peak

    1988 Print · USGS

    The Arizona-Sonora borderlands come into focus in the late 1980s, documenting the rugged mountains and cross-border settlements of Pima County. Genealogists and researchers can trace the reach of the Papago Indian Reservation and locate local landmarks like Rancho Lilón and Sonoita.

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49. 1988 Map of Bailey Peak

    

    1988 Bailey Peak

    1988 Print · USGS

    The Arizona-Sonora borderlands come into focus in the late 1980s, centered on the Papago Indian Reservation. Trace the high desert terrain from Bailey Peak across The Great Plain to the international boundary at El Conejo.

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52. 1988 Map of Pia Oik

    

    1988 Pia Oik

    1988 Print · USGS

    Arizona's Sonoran desert landscape comes into focus in the 1980s, revealing the intersection of reservation lands and national monuments. Researchers can trace the footprints of Sweetwater and Siovi Shuatak or locate Adams Well near the base of the Gu Vo Hills.

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55. 1988 Map of Chupan Mountain

    

    1988 Chupan Mountain

    1988 Print · USGS

    Southern Pima County appears in the late eighties as a landscape of dramatic mountain ranges and desert valleys. Researchers can trace land patterns in the Papago Indian Reservation and locate water sources like Vasquez Well and Mamtotk Peak.

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58. 1988 Map of Menagers Lake

    

    1988 Menagers Lake

    1988 Print · USGS

    The Arizona-Mexico border country is detailed in the late eighties, documenting the remote desert outposts of the Tohono O'odham Nation. Trace the network of check dams and seasonal washes near Ali Chuk, Ali Ak Chin, and the waters of Menagers Lake.

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61. 1990 Map of Mount Ajo

    

    1990 Mount Ajo

    1990 Print · USGS

    The Ajo Range and its desert surroundings are detailed in this 1990 survey of the Arizona-Mexico borderlands. Trace high-elevation features like Mount Ajo and Montezuma Head alongside vital water points such as Diablo Tank and Barajita Well.

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64. 1990 Map of West of Wahak Hotrontk

    

    1990 West of Wahak Hotrontk

    1990 Print · USGS

    The Pima County desert in the 1990s reveals a landscape of communal infrastructure within the Papago Indian Reservation. Local history researchers can trace the water systems of the Quijotoa Valley through landmarks like the San Simon High Sch, Corral, and Check Dams.

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67. 1990 Map of West of Pisinimo

    

    1990 West of Pisinimo

    1990 Print · USGS

    In the Sonoran Desert during the late 1980s, this survey captures the arid expanse of the Quijotoa Valley. Researchers can trace the layout of Schuk Cowlik and locate several Check Dams built to control seasonal water flow.

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70. 1990 Map of Hotason Vo

    

    1990 Hotason Vo

    1990 Print · USGS

    In the Sonoran Desert of the 1990s, this area of the Papago Indian Reservation centers on the local settlements of Hotason Vo and Chagit Vo. Researchers can trace old mining efforts at Little Chief Mine or locate the small cemetery and Check Dams that mark the local landscape.

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73. 1990 Map of Gu Vo

    

    1990 Gu Vo

    1990 Print · USGS

    Traditional Tohono O'odham lands are documented here during the late twentieth century, centered on the community at Gu Vo. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like the Cemetery, Kerwo Well, and the small settlement of Pia south of the hills.

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