1967 Map of Maverick

About this map

Maverick serves as a central point in this high-altitude landscape within the Fort Apache Indian Reservation, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of mountain springs and cienegas. Water sources such as Elk Cienega, Willow Cienega, and Bee Cienega dot the forested slopes, feeding into larger drainage systems like Pacheta Creek and Tonto Creek. The map documents a specific moment in the mid-1960s where land use is characterized by recreational areas around Tonto Lake and isolated ranching outposts like the Pair o'Dice Ranch. To the south, the terrain drops toward the Black River, which marks the boundary with the San Carlos Indian Reservation. This survey captures the specialized water management infrastructure of the era, including a Gaging Station and various tanks like Salt House Tank and McDonald Tank, reflecting the critical importance of water resources in this part of Arizona.