2011 Map of Russell Spring

About this map

Russell Spring and the surrounding high desert of Mohave County are defined by a sophisticated network of water management features essential for ranching and survival. The landscape is punctuated by numerous artificial collection points such as McCullan Reservoir, Big D Reservoir, and specialized structures like the Carroll Catchment Tank and Sheep Pockets Trough. These features, along with names like Guaranteed Pond and Salt Pond, reflect the critical importance of water security in the arid terrain of the Upper Hurricane Valley. Topographic landmarks such as Diamond Butte and Twin Butte provide natural navigation points across the region, which is accessed primarily via Co Hwy 105 and Co Hwy 5. The distribution of these tanks and ponds across the vast open country illustrates the sparse but vital infrastructure supporting land use in this part of northern Arizona.