2014 Map of Potter Mesa Tank

About this map

The Little Colorado River and Zuñi River converge in this high-desert region of Apache County, shaping the surrounding Hunt Valley. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of water management features essential for ranching and survival in this arid environment, including the Potter Mesa Tank, Metiás Tank, and several specialized wells like the Corner Salt Well Tank. Transportation through the area centers on Us-180, which crosses the seasonal drainage at the Beaver Dam Wash Bridge. Higher elevations are marked by Potter Mesa and the drainage of Goat Ranch Draw. The survey illustrates a terrain defined by intermittent washes such as Little Milky Wash and Seven Springs Wash, reflecting the precarious balance of water resources in the Arizona backcountry. Local access is facilitated by primitive routes like Lazy S Ranch Rd and CR-5392.