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1999 Map of Paddys Hole

Name: 1999 Topographic Map of Paddys Hole
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Continental Divide winds through this high-elevation landscape in the late 1990s, defining the rugged topography of the Gila National Forest. The map documents a sophisticated network of water management features essential for ranching and wildlife in the Black Range District, including Paddy's Hole, Lonesome Well, and numerous cattle tanks like Bathtub Tank and Dugout Tank.

Transport through this western terrain is marked by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and primitive 4WD routes that follow natural drainage patterns such as Corduroy Draw and School Section Draw. From the heights of Bear Mountain to the depths of Wahoo Canyon, the map illustrates a landscape where named landmarks often center on isolated water sources and the historic survey lines of the West Meridian.