2014 Map of Big Chief Tank

About this map

The Aubrey Cliffs dominate this Coconino County landscape, creating a sharp geological divide between high plateau terrain and the broad Aubrey Valley below. This map captures a remote section of Arizona where human impact is primarily defined by the management of water for ranching or wildlife. The distribution of small reservoirs, such as Big Chief Tank on the upper elevations and Antelope Tank in the valley, suggests a landscape utilized for grazing. The topography is defined by the steep escarpment of the cliffs, which is punctuated by drainage systems like Pine Canyon and Rhodes Canyon. The lack of roads or settlements emphasizes the isolation of this part of the county, where the primary landmarks are natural features and vital water catchments like Valley Tank and Boulder Tank.