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1975 Map of Poland Junction

Name: 1975 Topographic Map of Poland Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Henrietta Mine and the Bannie Mine Dump anchor this detailed study of the industrial landscape within the Prescott National Forest. In the mid-1970s, the region around Poland Junction and Walker remained heavily defined by its mining heritage, evidenced by the numerous excavations and specialized infrastructure like the Poland-Walker Tunnel. The terrain is marked by sharp elevation changes from Big Bug Mesa down into the drainages of Big Bug Creek and Lynx Creek.

Local history is preserved through the names of various prospects and water sources, such as Postmaster Spring and King Benjamin Mine. The map reveals the intricate network of the Salt River Meridian and the early transit routes including the Railroad grade. From the Bradshaw Mountains to Spud Mountain, the geography is a complex mix of historic claims, dredge tailings, and vital water tanks like Bannie Tank No 1.