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2013 Map of Wahoo Peak

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Wahoo Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Continental Divide traverses this high-elevation landscape within the Gila National Forest, defining the watershed of a complex network of canyons and gulches. The terrain is dominated by the prominent Wahoo Peak and the northern reaches of the Black Range, where the environment is characterized by its vital water sources. Named catchments like Wahoo Tank, Adobe Tank, and Hog Tank underscore the importance of water management in this arid mountain region.

The map reveals a landscape carved by deep drainages such as Adobe Canyon, Seven H L Canyon, and North Water Canyon. These geological features, alongside landmarks like Bear Mtn and Adobe Spring, provide a clear picture of the topography used by early ranchers and forest rangers. The presence of numerous named tanks and springs, including Dolan Tank and Poison Tank, offers a window into the historical reliance on these specific points for survival and livestock in the backcountry.