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1981 Map of Patagonia

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Patagonia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Mining operations and cattle ranching define the landscape of the Santa Rita Mountains as seen in this 1981 record. The town of Patagonia sits along Sonoita Creek in the southeastern corner, serving as a hub for the surrounding desert canyons and rugged foothills. To the northwest, the ghost town area of Alto (Site) is surrounded by an extensive network of historic claims, including the Alto Group, Bland Mine, and Lee Shaft.

The presence of numerous remote sites such as Hard Luck Ranch and Weatherhead Ranch suggests a landscape of persistent rural occupation despite the challenging terrain. Water remains a central feature for both industry and recreation, evidenced by Patagonia Lake State Park and the complex drainage systems of Temporal Gulch and Cieneguita Canyon. From the high peaks like Salero Mtn to the many shafts of the Mansfield Group, this survey documents the deep intersection of Arizona's extractive history and its natural topography.