2018 Map of Little Milky Wash

About this map

The Little Colorado River winds through this high-desert landscape on the border of Navajo and Apache counties, defining a region characterized by wide mesas and extensive drainage systems. The terrain is marked by a complex network of ephemeral washes and draws, including Milky Wash, Sandoval Draw, and Goat Ranch Draw, which channel seasonal water across the arid plains. Ranching infrastructure is a prominent feature of the local geography, with numerous named stock tanks such as Knoll Tank, Milky Tank, and Purple Hill Tank scattered across the township lines. Prominent landmarks like Potter Mesa and the broad Cheney Flat provide topographical variety, while local names like Jeff Lake and Hay Hollow point to the area's established land use. This 2018 survey documents the persistent rural character and water-management patterns of the Arizona backcountry.