1965 Map of Florence

About this map

Gila River hydrology and extensive irrigation networks dominate this mid-century survey of Pinal County. The landscape is defined by the North Side Canal, Casa Grande Canal, and Florence Canal, which channel water across the desert flats south of the Magma Dam. The historic settlement of Florence serves as a regional hub, home to a High School, Hospital, and the State Prison. Further west, the map records the site of Adamsville, situated along the Adamsville Road. Transportation is anchored by the Southern Pacific railroad and the Hunt Highway, which skirt around prominent natural features like Poston Butte. To the east, the Florence Military Reservation and a Federal Prison Camp occupy the higher ground, illustrating the area's role in government and institutional land use during this era.