Three Forks, Arizona

Three Forks is a location in Apache County, Arizona where three forks of the Black River converge. It has an estimated elevation of 8,225 feet (2,507 m) above sea level.[1]

The Three Forks springsnail is found exclusively there.[2] The species is endangered and the Three Forks area has consequently been declared a critical habitat.[3][4]

A Civilian Conservation Corps camp was established at Three Forks in 1932.[5][6]

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