1914 Map of Phoenix

About this map

Phoenix is captured here as a growing agricultural and administrative hub, intricately tied to its desert water systems. The map details a sophisticated network of irrigation including the Grand Canal, Salt River Valley Canal, and the Wormer Canal, which fueled the region's early expansion. Beyond the city grid, the landscape is dotted with early educational and social institutions, such as the Cartwright School, Riverside School, and the County Poor Farm. To the south, the Salt River Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop, home to the Gold Coin Mine and Telegraph Pass. This survey illustrates the era's transition from open desert to cultivated valley, showing the proximity of the Gila River Indian Reservation and the importance of the Arizona Eastern R R and Prescott and Phoenix R R in connecting this oasis to the wider territory.