1960s Maps of Sif Oidak District, Arizona

1. 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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4. 1962 Map of Tucson

   

   1962 Tucson

   1962 Print · USGS

   Southern Arizona in the early sixties showcases a landscape defined by burgeoning desert cities and massive military installations. Researchers can trace tribal settlements like Schuchk, legacy mining sites at Silver Bell Mine, and the early footprint of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

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7. 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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10. 1963 Map of Gu Achi, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Gu Achi

    1964 Print · USGS

    In the early 1960s, the heart of the Papago Indian Reservation was a landscape of remote desert villages and high-mountain mines. Researchers can trace traditional settlements like Anegam and Ali Oidak, or locate mining sites such as the Oro Grande Mine and Montezona Mine.

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13. 1963 Map of Santa Rosa Mountains, 1964 Print

    

    1963 Santa Rosa Mountains

    1964 Print · USGS

    The Papago Indian Reservation is captured in the early sixties, showing a landscape defined by isolated wells and mountain peaks. Researchers can locate remote desert outposts such as Komelik and Hot Oidak or trace historic routes along Tat Momoli Wash.

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16. 1963 Map of Eloy, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Eloy

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Santa Cruz Flats are captured here in the early 1960s, showing a landscape of desert irrigation and rail-side growth. Trace the development of Arizona City, the Southern Pacific rail line, and remote outposts like Friendly Corners.

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19. 1963 Map of Vekol Mountains, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Vekol Mountains

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Papago Indian Reservation comes into focus during the early sixties, revealing a desert landscape where mining history and indigenous settlements overlap. Researchers can trace historic extraction at the Vekol Mine (Ruins) and Reward Mine, or locate small communities like Kohatk and Sif Vaya.

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22. 1963 Map of Antelope Peak, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Antelope Peak

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Pinal and Maricopa County desert comes to life in the early sixties as new highways were being carved through the basin. Researchers can trace the development of Hidden Valley infrastructure, identifying prospects, a landing strip, and the prominent heights of Antelope Peak.

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25. 1963 Map of Silver Reef Mts, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Silver Reef Mts

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Arizona desert of the early 1960s is captured here, showcasing the mining districts and tribal lands of Pinal County. Trace the historical footprints of the Magnesium Queen Mines, the remote settlement of Tat Momoli, and the Santa Rosa Trail through the Slate Mountains.

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28. 1964 Map of Tucson

    

    1964 Tucson

    1964 Print · USGS

    Southern Arizona in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of burgeoning desert cities and industrial-scale copper mining. Researchers can trace the development of Tucson and its outlying mining districts, including the Silver Bell Mine and San Manuel Mine.

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31. 1965 Map of Casa Grande Mts, 1966 Print

    

    1965 Casa Grande Mts

    1966 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Pinal County comes alive in this survey of the desert floor, where the Casa Grande Mts rise above developing agricultural lands. Researchers can locate the Mtn View Cem, trace the Southern Pacific line, and see the early layout of Arizona City.

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34. 1965 Map of Double Peak, 1966 Print

    

    1965 Double Peak

    1966 Print · USGS

    Pinal County's desert floor was undergoing significant transformation in the mid-sixties as new highways began to cut across the landscape. Researchers can trace early aviation at Potter Airfield, follow the Vaiva Hills into the Papago Indian Reservation, and locate numerous local landmarks like Double Peak.

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37. 1965 Map of Chuichu, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Chuichu

    1967 Print · USGS

    The Pinal County desert south of Casa Grande is captured here in the mid-sixties as agriculture and infrastructure expanded across the Papago Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace old family roads and landmarks like Chuichu, the South Sch, and the Casa Grande Canal.

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40. 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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