2021 Map of Bylas

About this map

The Gila River valley near Bylas anchors this landscape, where the riparian corridor meets the southern foothills of the Gila Mountains. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent peaks and high ridges, including McKinney Mtn, China Peak, and Diamond Bar Peak. These heights are dissected by a complex network of drainage systems like Carland Wash and several named canyons such as Yellowjacket Canyon and Grapevine Canyon. Settlement is concentrated along the river valley, while the uplands are marked by scattered water sources essential for desert life, including Rattlesnake Spring and Cane Springs. The map reveals a reliance on tanks for water management in this arid environment, with features like Midway Tank and Upper Sampson Tank distributed across the rugged topography.