1907 Map of Roosevelt

About this map

The Roosevelt Dam stands as the central engineering marvel of this central Arizona landscape, where the confluence of Tonto Creek and the Salt River creates the expansive Roosevelt Reservoir. Surveyed in the early twentieth century, this map documents the transition from a ranching frontier to a managed watershed. Clustered along the creek bottoms and mountain foothills are numerous family outposts including Clanton's Ranch, Howell's Ranch, and Lockwood Ranch, reflecting the early settlement patterns before the full impact of water reclamation. To the south, the Salt River carves through dramatic geology near Painted Cliffs and Horse Mesa. The territory is bounded by the towering Sierra Ancha and Mazatzal Mountains, while cultural landmarks like the Tonto National Monument and the early community of Roosevelt highlight the intersection of ancient history and modern infrastructure.