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2014 Map of McLellan Reservoir

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of McLellan Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Kaibab National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape, where the legacy of early transcontinental travel remains visible. The transition from historical transit to modern infrastructure is marked by the presence of Old Rte "66" and the Frontage Rd (Old Rte 66), tracing the path of the original Mother Road as it cuts through the northern sections. An even older transportation artery is found in the Old R. R. Grade, indicating the historical importance of rail logistics in this arid region.

Water management is the defining human footprint across the terrain, evidenced by the central McLellan Reservoir and a high density of stock tanks and springs. Features such as McLellan Siding Tank, Sereno Spring, and Thirteen Mile Tank reflect the necessities of ranching and steam-era rail travel. The geological character is highlighted by prominent landmarks like Johnson Crater, Sawtooth Peak, and Snyder Knoll, providing a look at the volcanic and erosion-carved features of the Coconino and Yavapai county border.