2017 Map of Becenti Lake

About this map

Becenti Lake serves as a focal point in this high-desert landscape within New Mexico's McKinley County. The topography is defined by significant drainage systems, including the north-flowing Kim-me-ni-oli Wash and the meandering Seven Lakes Wash. This 2017 survey illustrates a sparsely settled region where modern infrastructure is represented by Navajo Svc Rte 9, which arcs through the southern half of the quadrangle. The map detail reflects the arid character of the Eastern Navajo Agency, showing how natural water features and primary service routes dictate the movement and settlement patterns across the grid of township boundaries. Local historians can trace the specific path of these washes as they interact with the established roadway network in this corner of the state.