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2011 Map of Inspiration

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Inspiration
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Pinto Valley Mine Open Pit and the massive Cottonwood Tailings-Pond dominate this landscape, reflecting the heavy industrial footprint of copper mining in Gila County. The settlement of Inspiration sits at the edge of this activity, supported by the Inspiration Post Office. This modern survey illustrates how large-scale earth-moving operations have reshaped the terrain between Porphyry Mountain and Needle Mountain.

Away from the industrial centers, the map documents a network of ranching and early habitation sites. Legacy locations like Murphy Ranch, Horrel Ranch, and Williams Dairy are noted alongside seasonal or historical occupation sites like Dixon Camp and Giacoma Camp. The water infrastructure is equally prominent, featuring numerous natural sources such as Vigor of Life Spring and engineered structures like the Gold Gulch Dam.