2021 Map of Star Well

About this map

The Hassayampa Plain dominates this landscape in Maricopa County, characterized by a complex network of desert drainages including Beer Bottle Wash, Jackrabbit Wash, and Sunnie Wash. This arid region, part of the Buckeye area, shows a distribution of water sources critical for ranching or survival, such as Mesquite Tank, Hidden Tank, and Mitchell Tank. To the southwest, the terrain rises into the foothills of the Belmont Mountains. Transportation across this section of the desert is defined by historically significant routes like Aguila Rd and Vulture Mine Rd, which once connected remote desert outposts and mining operations. The eponymous Star Well serves as a primary landmark in the southeastern portion of the map, illustrating the continued reliance on localized groundwater points in the Arizona backcountry.