1958 Map of Douglas

About this map

The United States Mexico border defines the southern edge of this landscape, where the international boundary meets the bustling copper-industry hub of Douglas. Industrial infrastructure is prominent throughout the western reaches of the city, dominated by the massive Copper Queen Smelter complex with its stacks, Acid Tank, and Oil Tanks. This industrial footprint is tied to the transit corridor of the Southern Pacific railroad, which skirts the Sulphur Springs Valley floor. North of the city center, the community of Pirtleville and the grounds of the Sacred Heart Cem sit near the winding Whitewater Draw. The map captures a moment of mid-century growth, noting expanded urban areas and civic landmarks like the Douglas Municipal Airport and the Fairgrounds. Genealogists will find significant detail in the multiple burial grounds, including Calvary Cemetery, and the placement of the County Hospital.