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Safford

Safford

Safford is located along the south bank of the Gila River on the Old West Highway. The foothills of the Pinaleno mountains begin about five miles southeast of the city. Mount Graham is the highest peak in this mountain range, and is home to Mount Graham International Observatory.

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For Visitors Information:

1111 Thatcher Blvd.

Safford, AZ  85546

Visit the Official Safford Website

  • County: Graham
  • Year of Incorporation: 1901
  • Elevation: 2,906
  • Population: 9,440

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