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1892 Map of Verde
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1892 Map of Verde

USGS Topo · Published 1892

About this map

The Verde River serves as the central artery through this territorial-era landscape, where early Arizona settlements cling to the edges of the Mogollon Mesa. This 1885 survey captures the region when Fort Verde stood as a primary outpost and frontier communities like Strawberry, Pine, and Payson were nascent clusters of activity. The geography is defined by dramatic elevation changes, from the depths of Clear Creek Canyon to the heights of Baker Butte. Notable landmarks include Montezuma Well and the Natural Bridge, while smaller, practical sites like Potato Ranch and Chaves Pass indicate the early cattle and transit routes established before the turn of the century. The southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the Mazatzal Mountains, showcasing the isolation of the Bloody Basin and Deadmans Canyon during a period of rugged expansion.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1892
Date Published1892
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 19.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain