2011 Map of Superior

About this map

Superior serves as the focal point of this Copper Country landscape, where the town site is bounded by the dramatic escarpment of Apache Leap and the deep drainage of Queen Creek. The map documents the complex relationship between mining infrastructure and the natural terrain, notably along Silver King Mine Rd and Magma Mine Rd. Beyond the town, the high desert landscape is defined by a network of seasonal washes and canyons, including Devils Canyon and Elm Canyon. Local recreation and infrastructure are well-marked, featuring the Oak Flat Campground and the Arizona Highway Department Devils Canyon Maintenance Camp. Water management in this arid environment is highlighted by numerous tanks and springs, such as the Superior Water Tank and Fortuna Wash, illustrating how the region's industry and settlements have historically adapted to the drainage patterns of the Pinal Mountains.