2014 Map of Hat Mountain

About this map

Hat Mountain and the southern reaches of the Sauceda Mountains define this arid landscape in Maricopa County. This terrain is characterized by complex desert drainage systems, notably the broad courses of Sauceda Wash and Quilotosa Wash that cut through the valley floors. High-elevation points like Black Butte offer prominent landmarks within the expansive public land survey system divisions. Water management is evident through isolated features such as Butte Tank and the named Lake Towers, suggesting the infrastructure necessary for managing resources in this dry environment. The map captures a moment of modern topographic recording, where traditional landmarks like the Sauceda Mountains are precisely located alongside the township and range boundaries of t8s r5w, t8s r4w, and t9s r5w.