1956 Map of Tucson

About this map

The Santa Cruz River valley anchors this mid-century look at Southern Arizona, where the city of Tucson and South Tucson sit surrounded by high desert ranges and extensive federal lands. The map details a landscape of transition as established copper mining centers like the San Manuel Mine and Silver Bell Mine operate alongside growing aviation hubs including Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the Tucson International Airport. The Southern Pacific RR tracks parallel major routes like U.S. 80 and U.S. 84, tracing the historical corridor of travel between Casa Grande and the southeastern mining districts.