1966 Map of Tanque

About this map

The Southern Pacific railroad corridor defines this mid-1960s landscape in Graham County, running parallel to the San Simon River through a region of high-desert drainage patterns. The small settlement of Tanque sits at a critical junction of rail and road, supported by a Gaging Station and various water sources essential for livestock and steam-era infrastructure. The terrain is deeply incised by seasonal waterways including Willow Spring Wash, Owl Wash, and Cove Draw, which underscore the precarious nature of water management in this arid environment.