1954 Map of Prescott

About this map

The Bradshaw Mountains and Black Hills anchor this mid-century view of central Arizona, a landscape defined by significant mining operations and the winding tracks of the Atchison Topeka And Santa Fe railroad. Mining hubs like Jerome, Bagdad, and Clarkdale stand as prominent settlements, while industrial activity is evidenced by the United Verde Mine and the Iron King Mine. The central city of Prescott is framed by the Yavapai Ind Res and the expansive Prescott National Forest. Westward, the topography transitions through the Santa Maria Mountains toward the Bill Williams River and Alamo Reservoir, where isolated sites like Swansea and Midway mark the transition into the Cactus Plain. The map reflects a moment when traditional rail and mining networks still dictated the region's geography.