1985 Map of San Jose
USGS Topo · Published 1986About this map
The Gila River and its accompanying Gila Valley agricultural infrastructure define this Arizona landscape in the mid-1980s. A complex system of irrigation, featuring the Tidwell Canal and Brown Canal, supports a string of rural settlements including San Jose, Sanchez, and Buena Vista. These communities are concentrated along the northern edge of the valley, where the terrain shifts toward Earven Flat. The map highlights the intersection of water and transport, with the San Simon River flowing through the San Simon Valley to join the Gila near the town of Solomon. Industrial markers such as the Grain Bins and a Prospect underscore the area's dual reliance on ranching and mineral exploration. The presence of the Aqueduct and various siphons illustrates the sophisticated engineering required to manage water in Graham County's arid environment.
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