1929 Map of Aztec

About this map

The Gila River defines the lower Sonoran landscape of this 1920s survey, where early irrigation efforts are visible through the Farmers Canal (Abandoned) and various desert water sources like Baragans Well. The settlement of Agua Caliente sits at the foot of the Agua Caliente Mountains, marking a transition from the river valley to the desert uplands. To the south, the Southern Pacific railroad corridor establishes a vital transportation spine, connecting the stops at Aztec and Stanwix. This era of development is characterized by the intersection of rail infrastructure and the remnant traces of dryland agriculture. The map captures a specific moment in the geography of the Yuma Co Maricopa Co Boundary Line, documenting how pioneers navigated the arid terrain between the San Cristobal Valley and the river banks, utilizing landmarks like Sears Point for orientation.