1957 Map of White Tank Mts. NE

About this map

Military aviation facilities and arid desert terrain define this mid-century view of the Arizona landscape west of Phoenix. The map is anchored by the landing strips of Luke Air Force Auxiliary Field No 1 and Luke Auxiliary Field No 4 (City of Phoenix), reflecting the era's significant defense footprint in Maricopa County. To the south, the topography rises sharply into the White Tank Mountains, where the desert floor gives way to steep ridges and narrow canyons. Historical evidence of early infrastructure is visible through a scattered network of Jeep Tr paths and several small water catchments simply labeled Reservoir. Evidence of local industry and engineering can be found at a small Quarry and a Tunnel located near the southern peaks. Drainage patterns across the alluvial plains are dominated by the winding course of Trilby Wash, which cuts across the territory from the northwest.