1949 Map of Winkelman

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The Gila River and San Pedro River converge in this copper-belt landscape, where the industrial presence of Hayden and Winkelman stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding ranchlands. Large-scale mining activity is evident through the Tailings and Pond near Hayden, adjacent to local landmarks like the Hayden Country Club and a Southern Pacific rail line. Beyond the river valleys, the terrain is defined by the Tortilla Mts and Black Hills, dotted with smaller prospects and family-named cattle operations including Haydon Ranch, Tecolote Ranch, and the English Ranch. This 1949 survey documents several locations already identified as historical sites at the time of mapping, such as Barkerville (Site) and Rincon Ranch (Site), providing a detailed look at the transition from early territorial ranching to mid-century industrial mining.