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2021 Map of Gisela

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Gisela
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Tonto Creek carves a central path through this portion of the Tonto National Forest, where the high desert meets the rising slopes of the Sierra Ancha. The settlement of Gisela serves as a focal point along the creek, characterized by a grid of local roads like Elm St and Sycamore Ln. Further west, the community of Rye sits near the intersection of several drainages, including Boone Moore Wash and Clover Wash.

The landscape is defined by its complex drainage network and prominent peaks such as Black Mountain and Cottonwood Mountain. The southern portion of the map transition into the Tonto Basin near Jakes Corner, where Hardt Creek flows. Numerous water management features like Bassett Tank and Hale Tank are scattered across the terrain, illustrating the importance of water storage in this arid environment. Recreational and historical paths, including the Deer Creek Trail, suggest a long-standing relationship between the local communities and the surrounding canyons and mesas.