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1964 Map of Kayler Butte

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Kayler Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The historical military landscape of the Tonto Basin is anchored here by the Old Fort Reno (Site), a significant late 19th-century outpost located along Reno Creek. This 1964 survey captures the transition of the valley from its frontier days toward a more settled ranching and grazing economy. Cattle operations are evidenced by the Moore Ranch and Brunson Ranch, while the nearby H Four Cem offers a point of interest for genealogists tracing early pioneer families in the area.

Water management and natural terrain are central to this portion of the Tonto National Forest. A Gaging Station on Tonto Creek monitors the drainage between the high slopes of the Sierra Ancha and the lower basin. Landmarks like Kayler Butte and the Quartz Ledge rise above numerous drainage systems, including Sycamore Canyon and Oak Canyon, illustrating the complex network of springs and washes that sustained livestock and travel in this arid environment.