1947 Map of Kirkland

About this map

Prescott National Forest dominates this topographic survey of central Arizona, revealing a rugged landscape defined by deep canyons and scattered ranching outposts. Recorded in the late 1940s, the terrain is deeply etched by watercourses such as the Hassayampa River and Copper Basin Wash. Mining activity is a visible component of the regional economy, with the Climax Mine located near Quartz Mtn and the Die Rebel Mine situated south of Moores Spr. Human settlement is concentrated in small pockets like Wilhoit and Walnut Grove, where the local Walnut Grove School and a nearby Cem reflect the infrastructure of a rural community. Significant cattle operations are identified through property labels including the T K Bar Ranch, Carter Ranch, and Whitehead Ranch. The network of springs, such as Government Sprs and Board Cr Spr, highlights the critical role of water sources for both livestock and mining in this arid environment.