2011 Map of Beeshsikad Spring

About this map

Balakai Mesa dominates the northern landscape of this region in the Chinle Agency, where water sources dictate the movement of people and livestock across the high terrain. The map identifies critical water points such as Beeshsikad Spring, Oak Spring, and Cow Springs, which serve as the lifelines for this part of the Navajo Nation. These natural springs are connected by a network of local routes, including Indian Rte 8059 and C 298, reflecting a land-use pattern based on seasonal access to resources. Standing as a prominent navigational landmark, Owl Hat Point overlooks the drainage systems that feed into Antelope Trail Spring. This document provides a record of the geographic infrastructure essential to the high desert way of life, from isolated cattle tanks to the mesa-top plateaus.