1969 Map of Joes Hill

About this map

The Agua Fria River carves a deep path through the high desert of Yavapai County, separating the expansive volcanic plateau of Black Mesa from Perry Mesa. This late 1960s survey documents a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and the vital, sparse water sources required for ranching and mining. Evidence of local industry appears at the Richinbar Mine on the edge of the canyon, while a network of water features like Lousy Spring, Perry Windmill, and numerous tanks including Joes Tank and Antelope Tank suggest the region's reliance on managed water.