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1951 Map of Gila Bend

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Gila Bend
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Gila Bend serves as the central hub of this desert landscape, situated at the junction of the Southern Pacific and the Tucson and Cornelia railroads. The town’s role as a transportation and agricultural crossroads is evident from the surrounding Canal system drawing from the Gila River and the presence of aviation facilities like Hunts Airport (Private) and a Radio Range Station.

The southern portion of the map is dominated by the sprawling Williams Military Reservation, which stretches across arid terrain marked by drainage systems such as Quilotosa Wash and Sauceda Wash. To the east, the topography rises into the Maricopa Mountains, featuring landmarks like Blue Plateau and the uniquely named Jack in the Pulpit peak. Scattered outposts like Bosque and Halfway Corral provide evidence of rural habitation and livestock management in this harsh environment.