1986 Map of Globe

About this map

Globe and Miami serve as the primary industrial and population centers on this mid-1980s sheet, anchored by the heavy mining activity visible at the Strip Mine and Inspiration sites. The landscape is dominated by the vast San Carlos Indian Reservation, which encompasses the massive San Carlos Reservoir formed by the Gila River. The transportation network relies on the Southern Pacific railroad and major corridors like U S 70 and U S 60, connecting smaller communities such as Claypool, Cutter, and Peridot. Higher elevations are marked by Pinal Peak and the Mescal Mountains, while archaeological history is preserved at the Southwest Archeological Center. The convergence of tribal lands, national forests like Tonto National Forest, and copper-mining infrastructure creates a complex picture of land use in central Arizona during this era.