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1964 Map of Mormon Flat Dam

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Mormon Flat Dam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Mormon Flat Dam controls the waters of the Salt River, creating the expansive reservoir of Saguaro Lake within the boundaries of the Tonto National Forest. This mid-century landscape is defined by its transition from high desert peaks to the river's harnessed energy. Along the winding Apache Trail, the settlement of Tortilla Flat stands as a focal point for travelers navigating the canyons. The map documents a network of water management and recreation, from the Mormon Flat Dam Spillway to various picnic grounds and a pier on the shoreline.

Beyond the water, the terrain is marked by distinctive geological formations such as Geronimo Head, Ship Rock, and the Goldfield Mountains. Local history is preserved through labels for remote outposts like Mesquite Flat and natural features like Skull Cave and Hells Hip Pocket. The presence of several springs, including Hidden Water Spring and Seucito Spring, illustrates the critical importance of water sources in this arid environment, while a lone quarry near Willow Creek hints at localized industry.