1967 Map of Freezeout Mountain

About this map

The Black River carves a deep, winding path along the northern boundary of this high-elevation landscape, marking the transition between the Fort Apache Indian Reservation and the San Carlos Indian Reservation. The 1967 field survey illustrates a territory defined by its water management and relief, where natural gaps like B S Gap and Malay Gap provide passage through the high country. Resource management is evident through numerous livestock watering sites, including Buckhorn Tank, Loafer Tank, and Cox Corral Tank, which supported the ranching operations within reservation lands. The drainages of Freezeout Creek and Dry Prong Creek descend from the slopes of Freezeout Mtn, while a network of Jeep Trails provides the primary means of traversal across the Apache and Graham county lines.