2013 Map of Wall Lake

About this map

Wall Lake sits at the heart of this high-country landscape, where Taylor Cr and Hoyt Cr converge within the Gila National Forest. The map documents a complex drainage system defining the Mogollon Plateau, characterized by deep incisions like Whitewater Canyon and North Star Canyon. This 2013 survey illustrates the critical role of water management in this arid environment, marked by a high density of named stock tanks such as Undertaker Tank, Pot Hole Tank, and Middle Diamond Tank. The remote nature of the terrain is underscored by the singular presence of State Rte 61, which snakes through the canyon floors. Significant landmarks like Kemp Mesa and the headwaters of the East Fork Gila River provide clear geographic orientation for those studying the hydrology and land use of Catron County.