1969 Map of Jakes Knoll

About this map

The Awapa Plateau dominates this high-altitude survey, revealing an intricate system of upland water management used in the late 1960s. The landscape is characterized by numerous small-scale reservoirs positioned to capture runoff in a series of drainage basins, including Pine Point Reservoir, Parker Hollow Reservoir, and Jakes Knoll Reservoir. The presence of these named catchments, such as the Cyclone Co-op Reservoir, points to a shared ranching economy where water rights and access were critical to grazing on the plateau. Scattered features like Chicken Spring and Parker Lake further emphasize the hydrological importance of this terrain. Navigated largely by a network of jeep trails, the area is bisected by the boundary between Piute and Wayne counties, anchored by distinctive landmarks like Red Knoll and Jakes Knoll.