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1950 Map of Turkey Canyon
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1950 Map of Turkey Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1950

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The Juniper Mountains dominate this high-country landscape within the Prescott National Forest, where a network of remote outposts and water sources supported the ranching economy of the mid-20th century. Named landmarks such as Happy Camp and Lower Corrals indicate the pastoral utility of the terrain, while the extensive Luis Maria Baca Float No 5 boundary reflects the complex history of Spanish land grants in Yavapai County. The northern portion of the sheet is largely designated as an Unsurveyed Area, contrasting with the more detailed topography to the south. Water management is a primary theme of the settlement pattern, shown through several Dams, Windmills, and storage points like Hutch Tank and Section 10 Tank. Drainage from the heights is captured by Turkey Canyon and Pine Creek, which provide the essential geographic framework for this isolated mountain region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1950
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain