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2014 Map of Smith Mesa

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Smith Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Prescott National Forest dominates much of this high-desert landscape in Yavapai County, characterized by prominent plateaus and intricate canyon systems. Smith Mesa and Sycamore Mesa rise as significant landforms, while the surrounding terrain is carved by Dougherty Canyon and Hog Canyon. The lack of permanent water is evident in the reliance on named cattle tanks and artificial catchments like Walker Tank, Sycamore Tank, and Sheridan Tank, which are essential for livestock in this arid ranching environment.

Remote roads such as Fair Oaks Rd and Spider Ranch Rd provide access through the backcountry, linking isolated locations like the Cedar Salt Ground. This survey preserves the 2014 state of traditional Arizona grazing lands, highlighting the intersection of forest service management and private ranching interests. The presence of features like Dry Cr and Smith Canyon further illustrates the drainage patterns across this complex geological region.