The settlement of Beclabito serves as a focal point in this high-desert landscape, situated where Indian Rte 63 intersects a network of seasonal watercourses. The terrain is defined by the eastern slopes of the Carrizo Mountains, where deep incisions like Teec Nos Pos Canyon and Black Rock Canyon drain toward the northeast. This 2010 survey reveals a history of mineral exploration through the presence of several mining sites, including the Copper Mine located south of the main village and the Syracuse Mine further south near Oak Spring Wash. The geological complexity of the area is further evidenced by prominent features such as Black Rock Ridge and the landmark Twin Falls at the northern edge. The map captures a transition from the elevated canyon systems to the broader alluvial plains shaped by Beclabito Wash and Shoe Game Wash, illustrating how topography dictates the path of local infrastructure and settlement.
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1889 · Chaco
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1892 · Chaco
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1892 · Canyon De Chelly
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1934 · Ship Rock
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1934 · Rattlesnake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1937 · Ship Rock
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1937 · Rattlesnake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Redrock Valley NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Pastora Peak SW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Pastora Peak NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000