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2018 Map of Whitlock Cienega

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Whitlock Cienega
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Whitlock Cienega stands as a focal point in this arid reach of Graham County, where the desert landscape is defined by the sharp relief of the Whitlock Mountains and the broad expanse of the Whitlock Valley. This 2018 survey reveals a drainage network characteristic of the region, where ephemeral features like Whitlock Wash, Hot Well Draw, and Sands Draw converge toward the basin of Parks Lake.

Remote infrastructure is limited, centered primarily on Hackberry Rd which skirts the western foothills. The map provides a detailed view of livestock-related landmarks like Hidden Tank and the topographical prominence of Hospital Flat, which reflect the area's continued use for rangeland management. The presence of a cienega—a rare desert wetland—underscores the critical nature of water resources in this portion of the Gila River watershed.