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1948 Map of Haunted Canyon

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Haunted Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Kennedy Ranch and Tony Ranch sit at the heart of this high-elevation landscape within the Tonto National Forest, where the complex drainage system of Pinto Creek and Haunted Canyon defines the terrain. The map records a wilderness economy centered on isolated springs and corrals, such as Mormon Corral and Mowing Machine Spr. This 1948 field check reveals a network of place names that reflect early settlers and ranching life, from Case Knife Spr to the descriptive Bear Thicket Cr.

Geographical landmarks like Pinto Peak and Government Hill anchor the boundaries between Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila counties. The abundance of named water sources, including Fifty Dollar Spr and Red Rock Spr, underscores the vital importance of dependable water for survival and livestock in this arid portion of Arizona. The survey detail follows the Salt River Base Line, illustrating how the township and range system was imposed over the twisting canyons and ridges of the Sawtooth Ridge.