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1957 Map of Avondale SW

USGS Topo · Published 1962

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The Gila River corridor serves as a fertile anchor for development in this part of Maricopa County, where the agricultural landscape of Buckeye Valley meets the high peaks of the Sierra Estrella. In the late 1950s, the region was characterized by a distinct transition from irrigation-supported farming in the north to the open, arid reaches of Rainbow Valley in the south. Local landmarks like Liberty Cem and a remote Landing Strip reflect the community's early infrastructure. Drainage systems like Waterman Wash and Corgett Wash define the natural topography, while roads such as Jackrabbit Trail and Tuthill Road established the early grid for transportation. This survey captures a moment when the desert was beginning to be organized by pipelines and reservoirs, yet maintained its vast, undeveloped character between the river and the mountains.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1962
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain