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1971 Map of Sunnyslope, 1972 Print
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1971 Map of Sunnyslope

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Sunnyslope appears as a developing suburban enclave during the early 1970s, shown here in an orthophotomosaic composed of aerial imagery. The landscape is defined by the contrast between the residential grid of Phoenix to the south and the sharp desert terrain of the Phoenix Mountains. The Arizona Canal cuts a distinct horizontal path across the valley floor, serving as a critical piece of water infrastructure for the growing desert metropolis. Prominent elevations including Shaw Butte, North Mountain, and Squaw Peak rise abruptly from the surrounding flatlands, their natural slopes remaining largely untouched even as housing developments begin to press against their bases. This aerial perspective provides a unique look at the rapid mid-century expansion of the Salt River Valley before the most intensive modern infill occurred.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.8 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain