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1988 Map of Fortified Peak

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Fortified Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Fortified Peak stands as the dominant relief in this high desert landscape, overlooking a complex system of drainage and water management essential for ranching and mining in Falcon Valley. The map details a sophisticated network of tanks and wells, such as Tipperary Well, Jones Well, and Coronado Well, which suggest a long-standing reliance on groundwater to support local activity. Settled points like Rock House and The Big House are isolated landmarks connected by unimproved roads and a notable Pipeline, reflecting the sparse but functional human footprint in the area during the late twentieth century.

Industrial interests are evident in the northern reaches, where the Ardmore Mine and various prospects indicate mineral exploration. The presence of a Landing Strip near the Water Tanks and Airport Tank in the south points to the logistical importance of aerial access in this expansive terrain. From the deep cuts of Suffering Gulch to the broad wash of Falcon Valley, the map records a landscape defined by the careful tracking of water resources and mineral potential.