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1950 Map of Kirkland

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Kirkland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Mining and ranching activity defines this post-war landscape within the Prescott National Forest. The map documents a rugged interior network of gulches and mountain washes, centering on the upper reaches of the Hassayampa River. Along the river valley, the small community of Walnut Grove serves as a hub for local agricultural and educational life, anchored by the Walnut Grove School. Individual landholdings like the T K Bar Ranch, Carter Ranch, and Whitehead Ranch are clearly delineated, providing critical data for genealogists and land-use researchers.

Industrial interests are scattered throughout the hills, evidenced by the Climax Mine near Quartz Mountain and the Cooper Crown Mine to the west. These operations, alongside the Big Rebel Mine, reflect the mineral exploration that shaped the development of this section of Yavapai County. Established settlements such as Glen Oaks and Wilhoit appear as crossroads of travel, connected by routes following natural drainages like Copper Basin Wash and French Gulch.