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2012 Map of Mount Josh

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Old Camp Farm and Moana Ranch anchor this landscape in central Arizona, where water sources dictate the placement of ranching outposts and infrastructure. This arid terrain is defined by the high points of Mount Josh and Tonto Mountain, with ephemeral drainage systems like Strickland Wash and Skull Valley Wash carving paths through the hills. The reliance on localized water management is evident through the numerous named tanks, such as Toohey Tank, Cowboy Tank, and the numbered series of reservoirs on Tonto Mountain.

Local landmarks like Long Canyon Corral reflect the area's continued use for livestock, while named springs like Bootlegger Spring, Jack Jones Spring, and Mullen Spring serve as vital historical and geographical markers. The road network, including Tonto Rd and Fair Oaks Rd, provides the primary access through this sparsely populated section of Yavapai County, connecting isolated ranch sites and watering holes.