1947 Map of Kingman

About this map

Kingman serves as the eastern anchor in this post-war landscape, situated at the junction of U S 66 and the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad. The map documents the intricate borderlands of Arizona, Nevada, and California, defined by the winding course of the Colorado River and the newly established Lake Mead National Recreational Area. Mining history is heavily concentrated in the mountains, with sites like the Copper World Mine and Turquoise Mine appearing alongside established mining districts such as Oatman and Goldroad. To the west, the Union Pacific railroad cuts through the arid basins, connecting small rail stops like Nipton and Kelso across the Ivanpah Valley. Aviation infrastructure of the era is also visible near the Nevada border, including the Searchlight Emergency Field and the Searchlight Flight Strip.