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1973 Map of Saint David

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Saint David
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Saint David sits as the central hub of this Arizona landscape, positioned where the San Pedro River flows through the valley. The map documents a critical intersection of transportation and water management in Cochise County during the early 1970s. The Southern Pacific railroad follows the river's path, connecting smaller points like Curtiss and Fenner to the larger rail network. Irrigation is evident through the Saint David Ditch, a vital piece of infrastructure for this arid region.

Away from the river, the terrain rises into the Lonesome Valley and the eastern slopes of the Dragoon range. Notable for researchers are the smaller named points like Sibyl and Tully, alongside evidence of older transit routes like the Old Railroad Grade. Features such as Sheep Wash and various wells underscore the importance of water management in the high desert, while the High Sch in Saint David remains the primary community landmark.