2021 Map of Dry Lake NW

About this map

Dry Lake and the Pink Cliffs define the southern reaches of this Navajo County landscape, where the high desert terrain is marked by an extensive system of water management features and drainage draws. This 2021 survey illustrates a region shaped by ranching and resource extraction, characterized by numerous named tanks such as Bell Cow Tank, Big Oil Well Tank, and the curiously named Eskimo Tank. The topography is dissected by several prominent canyons and draws, including Pour Off Canyon and Porter Tank Draw, which channel seasonal runoff toward the basin. Transportation in the area is largely defined by the course of Duck Lake Rd, which provides access across the townships. The density of named water features like Lower Bigler Tank and New Round Tank points to the essential nature of water storage in this arid environment.