2021 Map of Markham Dam

About this map

Markham Dam sits at the center of this 2021 topographic survey, anchoring a landscape defined by seasonal water management and the rugged drainage systems of Coconino County. The terrain is dominated by the deep incisions of Cataract Canyon and the winding course of Cataract Cr, which dictate the flow of the land in this arid region. The network of livestock watering features, such as Little Rodgers Tanks, Mahan Tank, and Fuller Tank, reflects the ongoing importance of ranching infrastructure in the Arizona high country. Following the path of Willaha Co Rd across the northern sections, one can trace the sparse transport links that connect these remote water sources. The map also captures several unnamed desert washes, including the prominent Monument Wash, illustrating the complex natural drainage that feeds into the larger canyon systems.