2014 Map of Cedar Creek

About this map

Cedar Creek serves as the primary landmark in this high-elevation landscape within Gila County, situated along the Az-73 corridor. The area is defined by a sophisticated network of livestock and wildlife water management features, including Two Bit Tank, Piggie Tank, and Heifer Tank, which are distributed among the drainages and flats. The topography is anchored by prominent rises such as Silver Butte, Sugarloaf Butte, and Red Knoll, which provided essential navigation points in the early 21st century. Numerous named springs, including Wigwam Spring, Stinking Spring, and Salt Springs, indicate the critical reliance on natural water sources in this arid environment. The road network, primarily composed of Bureau of Indian Affairs routes like Bia-30 and Bia-18, provides access to remote locations such as Horse Bone Flat and Water Trough Canyon, reflecting the land's ongoing use for grazing and transit.