1970 Map of Becenti Lake

About this map

Kim-me-ni-oli Wash and Seven Lakes Wash dominate this arid landscape, carving distinct drainage patterns through the high-desert terrain of McKinley County. Field checked in 1970, the map records a territory marked by sparse infrastructure and significant geological exploration, evidenced by a Drill Hole and an electrical Substation situated near the intersection of these dry watercourses. The presence of Ruins in the northeastern section suggests a long history of human activity in this corner of New Mexico, while Becenti Lake provides a notable hydrologic landmark in an otherwise dry expanse. The 1982 revisions, shown in purple, highlight the ongoing development of the area's utility and road networks, including benchmarks like BM 6621 and various Well sites that supported local livestock or industrial needs.