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1971 Map of Chambers

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Chambers
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The settlement of Chambers serves as the central hub of this 1971 survey, situated at the intersection of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad and the Puerco River. This high-desert landscape in Apache County is defined by its water infrastructure, essential for ranching and settlement, featuring numerous named points such as Chambers Windmill, Peplote Windmill, and Waterfall Well. The northern half of the map is dominated by the Navajo Indian Reservation, showing the transition from tribal lands to the railroad corridor.

Local history is preserved through specific landmarks like the Mc Carrell Memorial Cem and various Ruins found near the riverbanks. The presence of a Landing Strip, several Gas Wells, and a Gaging Station reflects the early 1970s infrastructure development. The map also captures several industrial sites, including a Quarry and Borrow Pit, which supported the construction and maintenance of the vital transportation routes through this part of Arizona.