2018 Map of Porter Canyon

About this map

Porter Canyon cuts across the high desert terrain of Navajo County in this modern-era study, defining the natural drainage patterns that have long shaped the landscape south of Holbrook. The map reveals a sparse network of ranching and utility roads, including Reidhead Ave and Porter Canyon Rd, which navigate the subtle changes in elevation. Water management is a central theme of this arid region, as evidenced by the Five Mile Reservoir and specialized features like the Heber Road Tank. These man-made improvements, alongside seasonal watercourses such as Fivvemile Wash and Washboard Wash, illustrate the ongoing effort to capture and direct intermittent rainfall for local use. For the researcher, the map preserves the exact placement of livestock infrastructure and local travel routes like Oasis Trl as they existed during the 2010s.