2010 Map of Bisti Trading Post

About this map

The Bisti Trading Post serves as the focal point for this high-desert landscape on the Chaco Plateau, where a network of Bureau of Indian Affairs and local roads converge. The geography is defined by the seasonal drainage of Hunter Wash, which cuts across the southern portion of the quadrangle. The map documents the infrastructure of the Shiprock Agency region in the early 21st century, centered on the commerce and community services provided by the trading post and the nearby Bisti Clinic. This area is characterized by vast open spaces and a road system that includes Indian Service Route 5 and Indian Service Route 5080, reflecting the importance of these thoroughfares in connecting the remote settlements of the Navajo Nation. Researchers can trace the modern development of these corridors and their relationship to traditional landmarks and natural watercourses.