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1915 Map of Morenci

Name: 1915 Topographic Map of Morenci
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1946
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Apache National Forest landscape near the Arizona-New Mexico border is defined by a complex network of canyons and high mesas during the early twentieth century. This area, largely centered on Greenlee County, features an established ranching economy evidenced by the Double Circle Ranch, Chitty Ranch, and Laney Ranch dispersed throughout the rugged terrain. Industrial and administrative infrastructure is visible through the presence of the Arizona Southern RR and the Copper King Mine in the southern reaches of the quadrangle.

Remote outposts such as the Honeymoon Ranger Station and Baseline Ranger Station indicate the active management of these public lands. Significant landmarks like the Gila and Salt River Base Line and Strayhorse Divide provide essential orientation points for early surveyors and travelers. The presence of the Eagle Creek School reflects a small but established community serving the families connected to the local ranching and mining operations.