2017 Map of Blue Mesa

About this map

Blue Mesa and the expansive Cebollita Mesa dominate this high-desert landscape in Cibola County, New Mexico. The terrain is deeply incised by significant drainages such as Acoma Canyon and Paradise Canyon, illustrating the complex erosion patterns characteristic of this region. Essential water sources are sparsely distributed but clearly marked, including Spider Spring, Butterfly Spring, and Swamp Spring, which likely served as vital landmarks for travel and ranching in this arid environment. The road network is defined by Bureau of Indian Affairs routes, such as Indian Svc Rte 37 and Indian Svc Rte 21, which follow the contours of the mesas and navigate around features like Piñon Mtn. This survey provides a precise record of the land use and accessibility within the Acoma Indian Reservation as it existed in 2017.