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1937 Map of Diamond Butte

Name: 1937 Topographic Map of Diamond Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

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Tonto National Forest defines the character of this mid-century topographic survey, where isolated homesteads and working ranches are scattered across a complex network of canyons and high mesas. The landscape is anchored by Tonto Creek, which carves through the terrain near the geographic landmark of Diamond Butte. Notable human markers of the era include the Vaughn Ranch and Lazear Ranch in the northwest, alongside remote dwellings such as the Old Rock House and Fred Pranty Cabin.

The surveying indicates a livestock-driven economy, evidenced by numerous corrals and water sources like Cottonwood Spr and Buck Tank. Named features such as Robbers Roost Mtn, Hells Gate, and Buzzard Roost Mesa reflect the colorful local nomenclature and the challenging nature of the geography. Researchers can trace historic routes connecting the Flying W Ranch and Marsh Ranch through this portion of Gila County.