1886 Map of Chino

About this map

The Atlantic and Pacific R R provides the primary industrial artery across this section of the Colorado Plateau, linking isolated rail stops and water stations during the mid-1880s. This territorial landscape is defined by the vital necessity of water, evidenced by the distribution of Wagathile Tank, Kerlin Well, and the Davenport Tanks along the transport corridors. The map documents the overlap of traditional paths and modern infrastructure, where the historic Beale Wagon road traverses the high desert north of the emerging settlements of Williams and Ash Fork. Beyond the railroad towns, the terrain transitions into the steep Aubrey Cliffs and the broad Chino Valley, where the Garland Ranch represents early ranching efforts in the region. To the east, prominent landmarks like Bill Williams Mt 9264 and Mt Sitgreaves dominate the horizon, marking the high country of the Yavapai territory.