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2012 Map of Moritz Ridge

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Moritz Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Pumpkin Center serves as a central point in this high-altitude landscape of Coconino County, characterized by a complex network of forest service and fire roads. The terrain is defined by prominent volcanic and erosional features such as Moritz Ridge, Juniper Ridge, and the flat-topped Bull Basin Mesa. Water management is a primary theme of the settlement pattern here, with numerous catchment points including Moritz Lake, Fay Lake, and Raymond Lake distributed across the plateau to support local livestock or wildlife.

A web of specialized routes like the A T & T Cable RD and Old "128" RD suggests the area's utility for infrastructure and historical transit. Local landmarks often bear descriptive or family names, from the distinct peak of Conners Hump to the deep recesses of Horsethief Canyon and Wild Horse Canyon. The presence of scattered tanks such as Potato Tank and Caporale Tank further emphasizes the importance of reliable water sources in this arid northern Arizona environment.