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2018 Map of Christmas

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Christmas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Gila River winds through the heart of this Arizona landscape, carving a path between the Dripping Spring Mountains to the west and the high peaks of the Mescal Mountains to the east. At the center of the survey is Christmas, a location historically tied to the copper mining operations that have long shaped the region's economy and geography. The topography is defined by significant elevation changes, from the deep floor of Copper Canyon and O'Carroll Canyon to prominent summits like Corral Mtn and Lee Mtn.

Water sources are vital in this arid environment, with several drainages and springs mapped including Dripping Spring Wash, Cottonwood Spring, and Apache Spring. The survey details the border between Gila and Pinal counties as it traverses the high ridges. Beyond the river valley, the terrain opens into distinct geological features such as Granite Basin, Reed Basin, and the flat expanses of The Tablelands, providing a comprehensive look at the rural canyonlands during the early 21st century.