2011 Map of Ryan Draw

About this map

Ryan Draw defines the central topography of this section of Cochise County, where the seasonal drainage patterns of the high desert converge toward the San Simon River in the northeast. The landscape is marked by the infrastructure of ranching and water management, visible through features such as Charco Tank and New Pasture Tank. This 2011 survey illustrates a sparse settlement pattern typical of the region, where isolated outposts like Foote Ranch are connected by a network of rural routes including Hackel Rd and Fan Rd. The mapping of these ephemeral water sources and ranch holdings provides a clear view of how land use in this arid environment remains tied to the few available natural and man-made water catchments. Modern county infrastructure is represented by Graham Co Rd, which provides access to the southern reaches of the quadrangle.