2014 Map of Platt Well

About this map

Sand Tank Mountains dominate the northeastern terrain of this Maricopa County landscape, where the arid environment is defined by its drainage patterns and water management. The namesake Platt Well sits centrally, serving as a critical human-made landmark in a region characterized by expansive seasonal watercourses like Quilotosa Wash and Sauceda Wash. These desert washes carve through the basin, indicating the natural flow of water through the valley during rare periods of precipitation. To the north, Pottebaum Tank represents another point of essential infrastructure for land use in this desert area. This survey documents the intersection of natural topography and the sparse but vital water sources required for life and industry in the Arizona desert during the early 21st century.