2011 Map of Hitson Tank

About this map

Robinson Wash and its associated tributaries define this arid landscape in Mohave County, where water management is the primary driver of human modification. This 2011 survey illustrates a network of cattle tanks and water sources essential for livestock and local land use. Named features like Big Jackson Tank, June Heaton Tank, and Merle Findlay Tank suggest a history of individual or family ranching efforts in this part of Arizona. The drainage system is dominated by the North Fork Robinson Wash, which converges with other branches near the eponymous Hitson Tank. Toward the south, Buckhorn Spring provides a natural contrast to the man-made impoundments, marking a vital hydrological point in a region otherwise characterized by ephemeral washes and seasonal collection points.