1964 Map of Douglas

About this map

The high desert of the borderlands is dominated by the Chiricahua Mountains and the Mule Mountains, where mining and ranching shaped the local economy in the mid-20th century. Industrial footprints are prominent near the international boundary, including the Copper Smelter at Douglas and the mineral heritage surrounding Bisbee, Warren, and Lowell. The map reveals the evolution of transport and industry, showing both the Southern Pacific tracks and a Dismantled Railroad that once served the more remote outposts. Further north, the shift from active industry to history is marked by Courtland and the Cochise Mines, while conservation efforts are anchored by Chiricahua National Monument. Large valleys like the Sulphur Springs Valley and Animas Valley show a landscape dotted with isolated ranches and essential water points like Whitewater Wells.