1971 Map of Cerro Hueco

About this map

Cerro Hueco and Cerro Montoso dominate this high-desert landscape in Apache County, captured during a 1971 field check. The area is defined by its water management systems, essential for ranching and survival in the arid Arizona interior. Named water sources like Santa Fe Well, Antelope Well, and Blood Tank are scattered across the terrain, connected by a network of Jeep Trails that navigate the volcanic features. The presence of a Cinder Pit and Borrow Pit near the southern volcanic peaks suggests local material extraction, while Wildcat Creek and Mallory Draw provide the primary drainage patterns for the region. This survey offers a clear view of the rural infrastructure and land use patterns of northeastern Arizona during the early 1970s.