2014 Map of Pipestem Mountain

About this map

Pipestem Mountain dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, situated within the expansive Apache National Forest. This high-altitude terrain in Greenlee County is defined by a complex network of canyons and mesas, including Four Bar Mesa and N O Bar Mesa, which are dissected by deep drainage systems like Pipestem Canyon and Cow Canyon. The mapping of numerous water sources, such as Bear Paw Spring, Mountain Lion Spring, and Flat Spring, alongside man-made livestock infrastructure like New Mesa Tank and Filleman Tank, underscores the importance of water management in this arid mountain environment. Primary access to this remote region is provided by US Hwy 191, which winds through the western portion of the quadrangle, and Juan Miller Rd further east, reflecting the limited but essential transportation infrastructure for forestry and ranching activities.