1970 Map of Chavez Mtn NW

About this map

Coconino National Forest defines this high-desert landscape in northern Arizona, where a complex network of canyons and water management features tells the story of 20th-century land use. The topography is dominated by the deep incisions of Grapevine Canyon and Kinnikinick Canyon in the south, while Yaeger Canyon and Wallace Canyon carve through the north. The distribution of family-named water sources and stock tanks, such as Morton Tanks, Hart Tank, and Roosevelt Tank, indicates the vital role of water catchment for ranching and forest management during this period. These labels, along with markers like Big Kelley Tank and Little Kelley Tank, provide a detailed record of local geography that is essential for tracing historical land allotments and water rights in this part of Coconino County. The presence of a Jeep Trail suggests the limited accessibility and specialized transit required to navigate these drainage systems and forested plateaus.