2021 Map of Potter Mesa Tank

About this map

The Little Colorado River and Zuñi River converge in this arid landscape of Apache County, where the topography is defined by the broad elevation of Potter Mesa. This 2021 survey illustrates a region where water management is critical for the surrounding ranchlands, marked by numerous small-scale reservoirs such as Potter Mesa Tank, Metias Tank, and Hutchinson Tank. The drainage patterns are clearly delineated, with Seven Springs Wash and Beaver Dam Wash carving paths toward the larger river basins. Historical ranching routes and local access are maintained through a network of roads like Lazy S Ranch Rd and Tamarisk Rd, crossing the landscape's many draws and washes. At Hunt Valley, the terrain opens up near the river junction, providing a contrast to the higher ridges and mesas that dominate the northern portion of the map.