2018 Map of Velasquez Butte

About this map

Velasquez Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this high-elevation landscape within Navajo County, situated just north of the border with Gila County. The terrain is defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and canyons, including the significant White Cow Canyon and the headwaters of Nash Cr. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape heavily managed for water, evidenced by the numerous named tanks and springs that support local ranching or wildlife needs. Strategic water sources like Navajo Bill Spring, L-Eleven Spring, and Benedict Spring are scattered across the higher elevations, while named features such as Tin Shack Tank Number One and Lower Camp Tank suggest a history of seasonal camps and cattle operations. The presence of Sevenmile Rim and Indian Flat further characterizes the varied topography of this remote Arizona territory.