1965 Map of Aztec SE

About this map

Stanwix serves as the central point of activity in this desert landscape, situated along the vital transport artery of the Southern Pacific railroad. The map depicts a transition between the northern Stanwix Flats and the expansive Luke Air Force Range to the south, highlighting the region's mid-century role as a military and industrial corridor. Sparse water sources are meticulously documented, including Tenmile Wash and isolated points like Stamps Well, which were essential for survival and navigation in the arid Park Valley. The inclusion of several Borrow Pits near the tracks suggests the ongoing maintenance and infrastructure development required to support the rail line that bisects the territory from west to east.