2018 Map of Chafin Well

About this map

Whitewater Arroyo winds across this high-desert landscape on the border of Arizona and New Mexico, serving as a primary hydrologic feature in a region defined by its sparse water sources. The map highlights the intersection of Apache County and McKinley County, where the terrain is marked by significant drainages like Tolapai Draw. Human presence in this arid environment is anchored by isolated water points such as Chafin Well and the aptly named Good-Luck Spring. These features reflect the historic reliance on reliable springs and wells for ranching and transit across the plateau. The transportation network is composed of rural and administrative routes, including Jones Ranch Rd and Indian Svc Rte 3, which trace the paths between grazing lands and remote homesteads.