2021 Map of Rock Station

About this map

Rock Station occupies a central position in this high-desert landscape, situated along a primary roadway that cuts through the southern reach of the Toltec Divide. The terrain is characterized by the deep incision of Jacks Canyon, which winds through the southwestern portion of the quadrangle. In this arid environment, water management is clearly the defining factor of the human footprint, evidenced by a network of catchments including Coon Tank, Prairie Dog Tank, and Highway Tanks. These features, along with the route of Wellfield Rd, suggest a landscape utilized for ranching or resource management within the high-elevation townships of the Coconino Co region. The mapping detail highlights the subtle topographic shifts between various sections of the Land Survey System, including t18n r14e and t18n r15e, where the interplay between drainage patterns and accessibility dictates the placement of these vital water sources.