1958 Map of Willcox

About this map

The high desert basin of Willcox serves as a critical junction for the Southern Pacific railroad during the late 1950s. This survey illustrates the transition from the rugged mountain slopes of the Winchester Mountains and the Dos Cabezas Mountains to the expansive ranching lands of the Sulphur Springs Valley. Large-scale cattle operations are prominent throughout the flats, including the Monzingo Ranch, Palmer Ranch, and Brookreson Ranch. Local history details include the Cemetery, a High Sch, and a Drive-in Theater near the town center. To the northeast, the terrain rises sharply into the Coronado National Forest, where steep canyons like Gilman Canyon and Apache Canyon drain toward the intermittent Dry Lakes. The map also captures the path of the Fort Grant Road and the passage through Railroad Pass, highlighting the importance of this corridor for both transit and southwestern agriculture.