1979 Map of Sullivan Draw North

About this map

Wolf Hole Valley defines the arid, high-desert landscape of northwestern Arizona in the late 1970s. This survey by the U.S. Geological Survey emphasizes the critical role of water management in a region where natural springs are scarce. The map documents a sophisticated network of man-made and seasonal water features, including Whiterock Soapstone Reservoir, Larson Tank, and School Section Pond. These features, alongside Myron Pond and Blake Pond, illustrate the historical land use patterns common to the Arizona Strip, where ranching and livestock required widely dispersed watering holes. The terrain is marked by significant topographical shifts at Wolf Hole Pass and the drainage of Sullivan Draw, while the presence of Hobble Canyon in the southwest provides insight into the natural erosion patterns of the Mohave County desert during this era.