Loading map...

2021 Map of Mescal Warm Spring

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Mescal Warm Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Mescal Mountains dominate this landscape along the border of Gila and Pinal counties, defining a region where water management is central to the land's utility. Significant elevation changes are marked by landmarks like El Capitan Mtn and the winding course of Ranch Cr, which feeds into a network of livestock and erosion control features including Bar-F-Bar Detention and Wob Tank. The arid terrain is punctuated by vital water sources such as Big Rock Spring, Wild Horse Spring, and the namesake Mescal-Warm Spring near the southern boundary.

In the southern reaches, the Gila River provides a permanent hydrological anchor for the region. The transition between the high peaks and the river valley is facilitated by a sparse network of backroads like RD 600 and RD 700, which provide access to remote areas such as Dick Spring Canyon and Elk Detention. This 2021 survey illustrates how modern infrastructure and named springs continue to support activity in a demanding Southwestern environment.