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1965 Map of Dateland

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Dateland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

San Cristobal Valley dominates the central landscape of this Arizona desert map, illustrating the intersection of transport and topography in the mid-1960s. The settlement of Dateland serves as a critical hub along the Southern Pacific railroad and highway corridor, featuring a Po, Dateland Sch, and the Dateland Interchange. These features, alongside the Highway Maintenance Yard, highlight the area's role as a vital waypoint for travelers and rail freight crossing the arid basin.

To the south, the extensive Luke Air Force Range and the Dateland Airfield with its Control Tower reflect the region's significant military footprint. The northern edge is defined by the Gila River and the stark elevation of the Aztec Hills, while smaller rail-side locations like Stoval and Lasage mark the continued importance of the southern transcontinental rail route. Industrial activity is visible through scattered Borrow Pits and Gravel Pits used for infrastructure development.