2012 Map of Stanford Canyon

About this map

Stanford Canyon and the surrounding drainage basins of Cochise County define this high-desert landscape in southeastern Arizona. The map illustrates a network of seasonal water sources and stock management infrastructure, including Turkey Tank, North Tank, and O'Keefe Tank, which are vital for the cattle operations at Dart Ranch and Winkler Ranch. This area is deeply carved by numerous canyons such as Cottonwood Canyon and John Long Canyon, where topographic relief directs the flow of Turkey Cr and Ash Cr. The settlement pattern is sparse, reflecting a ranching economy where property boundaries often align with natural features. Roads like S Kuyendall Cutoff Rd and N Rucker Canyon Rd provide the primary access through the foothills, connecting remote ranch sites and forest access points in this corner of the Chiricahua Mountains.