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2021 Map of Putnam Wash

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Putnam Wash
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Antelope Peak stands as the dominant topographical feature of this desert landscape, anchored within the Tortilla Mountains. This arid region in Pinal County is defined by an intricate network of seasonal drainages, including the prominent Putnam Wash and Bloodsucker Wash, which carve through the basin and range terrain. The presence of Putnam Spring and man-made water catchments like Antelope Tank and Cowhead Tank underscore the critical importance of water management for ranching and wildlife in this environment.

Modern recreation and preservation efforts are visible through the path of the Arizona National Scenic Trl, which winds through the eastern and central portions of the quadrangle. The map captures a transition from the higher elevations of the mountains down into the broad alluvial fans of Camp Grant Wash and Palmer Wash. Beyond the unimproved desert tracks and E Freeman Rd, the land remains largely undeveloped, preserving the character of the Arizona backcountry.