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1966 Map of Moritz Ridge

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Moritz Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Kaibab National Forest dominates this mid-century survey of the high Arizona plateau north of the San Francisco Peaks. The landscape is defined by volcanic features and high-altitude drainage systems, featuring distinct landmarks like Potato Hill, Sheep Hill, and the elevated terrain of Bull Mesa. The scarcity of permanent water is evident in the dense network of man-made and natural catchments scattered across the forest, including Drip Tank, Lost Spring Tank, and Moritz Lake.

A small settlement or outpost at Pumpkin Center serves as a lone human focal point amidst the ridges and canyons. The presence of numerous Jeep Trails and primitive roads winding through Spring Valley and over Juniper Ridge illustrates the area's use for timber management, ranching, and forest access. This map provides a detailed view of the terrain before modern development, marking topographical features such as Horsethief Canyon and Conners Hump that remain vital for local navigators and historians today.