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1962 Map of Lower Lake Mary

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Lower Lake Mary
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Lower Lake Mary and its counterpart Upper Lake Mary anchor this high-altitude landscape south of the Flagstaff corporate boundary. The area is characterized by scientific installations and forest management within the Coconino National Forest. Scientific progress is evident at the USGS Observatory and the Perkins Telescope situated atop Anderson Mesa. This elevated plateau provides a distinct contrast to the deep cuts of Newman Canyon and Walnut Creek.

Resource management for cattle and wildlife is well-documented through numerous named water sources like Roadbed Tank, Mustang Park Tank, and Hoxworth Springs. Historical human presence is marked by sites such as Coulter Cabin and remote outposts like Clark Well. Recreational use is established at the Lake View Forest Camp and the Boat Ramp near the central Spillway, illustrating the importance of these reservoirs for local infrastructure and leisure in the mid-20th century.