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2020 Map of Middle Mesa

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Middle Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Gila National Forest lands dominate this high-desert landscape in Grant County, defined by a network of drainage canyons and high plateaus. The topography is characterized by the massive Middle Mesa and its smaller counterpart, Mid Mesa, which rise above significant watercourses like Black Canyon Cr and Squaw Cr. The map reveals a specialized cattle-ranching landscape where water management is paramount, as evidenced by the dense concentration of artificial tanks such as Horse Pasture Tank, Upper South Diamond Tank, and Knee Tank.

Tom Moore Canyon and its associated mesa and tank names reflect the historical footprint of early settlers or ranchers in this region. High-altitude infrastructure is sparse but notable, including the Me-Own Airport and local landmarks like Meason Flat and Meason Spring. The area's relative isolation is maintained by a limited road network consisting of State Rte 61, the N Star Rd, and the Black Canyon Bypass.