1979 Map of Wineglass Ranch

About this map

Chino Valley and Williamson Valley converge in this high-desert landscape of Yavapai County, defined by a complex network of seasonal drainage channels and ranching infrastructure. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor cuts through the southern reaches, following the level ground near Williamson Valley Wash. The ranching character of the late 1970s is evident in the naming of Wineglass Ranch, which sits between the extensive Big Chino Wash and the rising slopes of the Prescott National Forest. To the northeast, the terrain elevates sharply toward Big Black Mesa, while the valley floors are dotted with isolated water sources like Mud Tank Wash and various prospects. This topographic study captures the area's transition from open range to localized industry, noted by the presence of Gravel Pits and a remote Landing Strip serving the interior basins.