2011 Map of Dix Creek

About this map

The San Francisco River and Blue River converge in this high-desert landscape, creating a network of deep canyons and rugged mesas. This 2011 survey documents a territory defined by ranching and remote water management, evidenced by numerous named corrals and tanks. Martinez Ranch and Ru Ranch appear as the primary human settlements, situated near reliable water sources like Hog Canyon and the San Francisco River. The presence of Dix Creek Corral, Hamilton Mesa Corral, and Sunflower Corral highlights the importance of the livestock industry in this corner of Greenlee County. Topographic features such as Sunflower Mesa, Burro Mesa, and Snake Ridge dominate the terrain, which is carved by drainages like Hackberry Gulch and Hamilton Canyon. This map serves as an essential record of the modern ranching infrastructure and hydrological features that sustain life in this arid region.