2021 Map of High Lonesome Well

About this map

The Apache County landscape along the Arizona and New Mexico border remains defined by its sparse water resources and vast section lines. This 2021 topographic survey centers on High Lonesome Well, a critical landmark in a region where the high-altitude terrain is carved by unnamed washes and intermittent drainages. The map reveals the intricate network of range roads and cattle guards that serve the local ranching economy, connecting various townships across the state line. Unlike more developed areas, the spatial organization here is dictated by the Public Land Survey System and the fundamental need for water, as evidenced by the namesake High Lonesome Well situated on the western side of the quadrangle.