1900s (20th Century) Maps of Calzona, California

1. 1911 Map of Parker

   

   1911 Parker

   1911 Print · USGS

   The Arizona-California borderlands are captured here in the early twentieth century as the river and rail networks began to transform the desert. Researchers can trace the development of the Colorado River Indian Reservation, the rail hub at Parker, and early mining sites like the Billy Mack Mine.

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4. 1943 Map of Parker

   

   1943 Parker

   1943 Print · USGS

   The Lower Colorado riverfront was a vital military and transport corridor during the 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail and river network connecting Parker to the Colorado River Indian Reservation, Agency, and Doyles Landing.

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7. 1949 Map of Parker, 1960 Print

   

   1949 Parker

   1960 Print · USGS

   The Colorado River borderlands in the late 1940s show a fascinating mix of tribal lands, railroad stops, and desert mining. Genealogists and historians can locate the Mojave Indian Ch, the Cremation Ground, and the old Colorado River Day Sch within the reservation.

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10. 1950 Map of Parker

    

    1950 Parker

    1950 Print · USGS

    The Lower Colorado River valley in the mid-century shows a landscape defined by massive water projects and tribal lands. Researchers can trace the Colorado River Indian Reservation boundary, the Headgate Rock Dam, and desert mining at the Blue Cloud Mine.

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13. 1954 Map of Needles

    

    1954 Needles

    1954 Print · USGS

    The Mojave Desert at the height of the mid-century era shows a landscape defined by the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad and the legendary U S Highway 66. Genealogists and historians can trace rail stops like Goffs, mining sites such as the Bonanza King Mine, and the early borders of the Chemehuevi Indian Reservation.

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16. 1956 Map of Needles

    

    1956 Needles

    1956 Print · USGS

    The Mojave Desert and Colorado River come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the intersection of vital rail lines and massive water projects. Trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line through Amboy or locate remote sites like the Copper World Mine and Rio Vista Guest Ranch.

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19. 1970 Map of Parker SW, 1973 Print

    

    1970 Parker SW

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Colorado River borderlands in the early seventies reveal an intensive irrigation network carved into the desert floor. Researchers can trace the water infrastructure of the Main Canal alongside local landmarks like the Colorado River Day School and Lost Lake Resort.

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22. 1981 Map of Needles, 1987 Print

    

    1981 Needles

    1987 Print · USGS

    The High Desert and Colorado River valley are seen here in the early 1980s through the unique lens of satellite imagery. Trace the isolated outposts of the AT & SF railroad at Goffs and Essex, or explore the sprawling shores of Lake Havasu.

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25. 1985 Map of Parker

    

    1985 Parker

    1985 Print · USGS

    The Colorado River valley in the mid-eighties was a hub of desert transit, mining, and water management. Researchers can trace the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad through Vidal Junction and locate numerous historic diggings like the Gold Hill Mine or Billy Mack Mine.

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