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1950s Maps of Pinal County, Arizona

Explore 43 historic maps of Pinal County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Pinal County, AZ maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Crozier Peak
    1950 Map of Crozier Peak
    1950 Crozier Peak
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Tortilla Mountains of Pinal County are shown in the mid-twentieth century as a landscape of isolated ranches and active mineral prospects. Researchers can trace the footprints of the Silver Queen Mine, the Tony Lopez Ranch, and the Ripsey Ranch ruins.
  4. 1950 Map of Lookout Mtn
    1950 Map of Lookout Mtn
    1950 Lookout Mtn
    1950 Print · USGS
    Pinal County ranching and military history converge in this mid-century survey of the San Pedro River valley. Researchers can trace the boundaries of the Old Camp Grant Military Reservation (Aban'd) or locate the PZ Ranch and Mine near the rugged slopes of Lookout Mtn.
  7. 1950 Map of Putnam Wash
    1950 Map of Putnam Wash
    1950 Putnam Wash
    1950 Print · USGS
    Arizona ranching and water infrastructure are captured here at the mid-century, long before modern development altered this Pinal County landscape. Researchers can trace the layout of remote outposts like Cactus Hill Ranch and vital water points such as Yellowjacket Well and Cowhead Tank.
  10. 1950 Map of Black Mountain
    1950 Map of Black Mountain
    1950 Black Mountain
    1950 Print · USGS
    Pinal County ranching life in the late 1940s is centered around isolated water sources and livestock outposts among the high ridges. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Barkerville (Site) and name-bearing landmarks like Haydon Ranch and Jewell Well.
  13. 1950 Map of Saddle Mtn.
    1950 Map of Saddle Mtn.
    1950 Saddle Mtn.
    1950 Print · USGS
    Arizona's copper and cattle country comes into focus in the early post-war years, centered on the high desert terrain of Pinal County. Historians and genealogists can trace family footprints at Eskiminzin Ranch, find the site of the Finch Sch (Aban'd), or locate the Gypsum Mines.
  16. 1950 Map of Winkelman
    1950 Map of Winkelman
    1950 Winkelman
    1950 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Gila and San Pedro Rivers comes alive in this mid-century survey of Gila and Pinal Counties. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of Hayden and Winkelman, or locate remote sites like Antelope Mine and Flying UW Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1950 Map of Brandenburg Mtn
    1950 Map of Brandenburg Mtn
    1950 Brandenburg Mtn
    1950 Print · USGS
    Arizona ranching and canyon life are well-documented in this 1950s survey of the Aravaipa region. Researchers can trace the footprints of family outposts like Painted Cave Ranch, Wagner Ranch, and the high-elevation Lion Camp.
  22. 1950 Map of Holy Joe Peak
    1950 Map of Holy Joe Peak
    1950 Holy Joe Peak
    1950 Print · USGS
    Pinal County's high desert peaks and canyons are shown at the mid-century during a period of ranching and early mining transition. Genealogists and researchers can locate family outposts like Reese Ranch and Mounterest Ranch or the Vale District Sch (Aban'd).
  25. 1951 Map of Mammoth
    1951 Map of Mammoth
    1951 Mammoth
    1951 Print · USGS
    The mining and ranching culture of southern Arizona is captured here at mid-century, before the San Manuel smelter transformed the valley. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named sites like Kannally Ranch, the remote American Flag Ranch, and workings at Tiger.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1951 Map of Winkelman
    1951 Map of Winkelman
    1951 Winkelman
    1951 Print · USGS
    Winkelman and the lower Gila River valley are documented here at mid-century, capturing the intersection of industrial mining and desert ranching. Researchers can trace historic family operations like the Flying UW Ranch and locate old mining claims such as the Ripsey Mine and Silver Queen Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1952 Map of Gila Butte SE, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Gila Butte SE, 1957 Print
    1952 Gila Butte SE
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Gila River Valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of desert irrigation and reservation life before modern expansion. Genealogists and historians can locate the Pima Hosp, trace the Casa Blanca Canal, and find a lone mining Prospect.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1952 Map of Maricopa, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Maricopa, 1957 Print
    1952 Maricopa
    1957 Print · USGS
    Pinal County at the dawn of the fifties shows a desert landscape shaped by tribal lands and the railroad. Genealogists and researchers can locate Ak Chin, the St Francis Mission, and the rail infrastructure in Maricopa.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1952 Map of Sacaton Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Sacaton Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Sacaton Butte
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Gila River Indian Reservation and its mid-century irrigation networks are mapped here just after the war. Local historians can trace the community of Casa Blanca, its Cemetery, and the operations at the Papago Gin.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1952 Map of Gila Butte NW, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Gila Butte NW, 1957 Print
    1952 Gila Butte NW
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Gila River valley in the early fifties shows a landscape balancing desert geography with growing military and tribal infrastructure. Genealogists can locate residents near Snaketown, the St Francis Borgia Ch, and the Goodyear Air Force Auxiliary Airfield.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1952 Map of Gila Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Gila Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Gila Butte
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Pinal County desert landscape in the early fifties shows a transition from railway outposts to established reservation communities. Genealogists and historians can trace community roots at St Peters Mission Sch, the Goodyear Cem, and through settlements like Bapchule and Santan.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1952 Map of Laveen, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Laveen, 1957 Print
    1952 Laveen
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Gila River Valley south of Phoenix comes to life in the early fifties, showing the desert as a patchwork of reservation lands and irrigation projects. Genealogists can locate specific homesteads near Komatke, the St Johns Indian Sch, and the riverside site of Gila Crossing.
    5 unique versions available
  49. 1952 Map of Pima Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Pima Butte, 1957 Print
    1952 Pima Butte
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Gila River valley south of Phoenix appears here in the early fifties, showing the desert landscape before modern urbanization. Genealogists and historians can trace the irrigation networks of the Hoover Ditch and the terrain surrounding Pima Butte and Lone Butte Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1952 Map of Montezuma Peak, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Montezuma Peak, 1957 Print
    1952 Montezuma Peak
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Sierra Estrella range and Gila River Indian Reservation are captured here in the early fifties before modern expansion. Historians and genealogists can trace early landmarks like St Catherines Ch, the Crushed Mica Quarry, and the Santa Cruz settlement along the Santa Cruz Wash.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1952 Map of Enid, 1957 Print
    1952 Map of Enid, 1957 Print
    1952 Enid
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Pinal County desert comes into focus in the early 1950s, showing the intersection of tribal lands and railroad expansion. Researchers can trace the rail stops at Enid and Heaton or locate historical sites like Wiley Ranch and a Race Track (Aban'd).
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1952 Map of Maricopa, 1959 Print
    1952 Map of Maricopa, 1959 Print
    1952 Maricopa
    1959 Print · USGS
    Arizona's Sonoran Desert meets the iron rail in the early 1950s, showing a landscape defined by tribal reservations and mountain peaks. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific line through Maricopa or locate the St Francis Mission and Wiley Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1952 Map of Gila Butte, 1960 Print
    1952 Map of Gila Butte, 1960 Print
    1952 Gila Butte
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona's desert valleys show a distinct transition during the early fifties as irrigation canals reshaped the Gila River basin. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Bapchule, St Peters Mission Sch, and the Goodyear Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1952 Map of Phoenix, 1960 Print
    1952 Map of Phoenix, 1960 Print
    1952 Phoenix
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona's desert valley is shown in the early fifties as the city expands toward the Salt River. Genealogists can trace family names and sites from Maricopa Village to Alhambra, including local landmarks like St Johns Indian Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1953 Map of Ajo, 1971 Print
    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).
    2 unique versions available
  70. 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
  73. 1954 Map of Mesa, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Mesa, 1968 Print
    1954 Mesa
    1968 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona in the mid-fifties reveals the rapid growth of the Valley of the Sun alongside the deep-rooted mining districts of the eastern mountains. Genealogists and researchers can trace the expansion of Mesa and Chandler or locate legacy operations at Inspiration Mine and the Magma Arizona railroad.
    4 unique versions available
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