2021 Map of Georges Butte

About this map

Black River carves a deep, winding path through this corner of Gila County, defining the drainage patterns for a series of high-altitude canyons and draws. The landscape is dominated by the namesake Georges Butte and the broad opening of Round Valley, where topography levels out momentarily before dropping into drainage systems like Kidde Canyon. This area reflects a reliance on managed water sources for ranching or land management, evidenced by a dense network of catchment features such as Cerro Gordo Tank, Lost Mule Tank, and Pole Corral Tank. These small reservoirs, along with seasonal flows in Banty Cr and Deer Cr, are the primary landmarks in a territory shaped by significant elevation changes and limited road access.