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1964 Map of Sawik Mountain

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Sawik Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Taliesin West sits at the foot of the McDowell Mts in this early 1960s survey, marking the intersection of architectural history and the high desert landscape. The map captures the transitional character of eastern Scottsdale and the vast Paradise Valley, showing a landscape still defined more by topography and infrastructure than suburban sprawl. To the east, the Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary separates the burgeoning municipality from indigenous lands, where Sawik Mountain stands as a prominent landmark.

Hydrological development is central to the area's utility, with the Arizona Canal, Verde Canal, and a newer Aqueduct cutting across the valley floor. Cultural and recreational sites are also visible, including ancient Petroglyphs in the mountains and the modern Beeline Dragway to the south. Transportation routes such as Shea Boulevard and Alma School Road provide the framework for the region's coming expansion.