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2011 Map of Frazier Wells

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Frazier Wells
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Frazier Wells sits at the nexus of a sparse desert road network in this Coconino County landscape. The settlement is defined by its isolation and its reliance on water sources, as seen in the numerous "tanks" scattered across the terrain. These catchments, such as Red Tank and Caufman Tank, were critical for livestock and travelers in an area dominated by seasonal drainages like Thornton Wash and Albers Wash.

The infrastructure on this 2011 survey reflects both reservation management and fire oversight. Significant landmarks include the Thornton Lookout Tower and various Indian Service roads, such as Indian Service Road 10 and Indian Service Road 13, which connect high points like Upper Pine Spring to the interior. This map is a clear record of the high-desert plateau's layout, where survival and transit are tied directly to the locations of springs and managed water tanks.