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1952 Map of Boot Mesa

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Boot Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The Navajo Indian Reservation spans the border between Arizona and Utah in this mid-century topographical study, showcasing a high-desert landscape defined by sandstone mesas and ancient history. In the southwest, the Navajo National Monument protects the significant Keet Seel Ruin, while multiple other Cliff Dwelling sites are noted within the deep incisions of Dowozhiebito Canyon.

The central and eastern portions of the map reveal the iconic formations of Monument Valley, including the prominent Boot Mesa and the isolated Hat Rock near the northern boundary. Water sources like Adahchijiyahi Spring and a lonely Windmill indicate the vital infrastructure for life in this arid environment. Geographic landmarks such as Big Point and Todicheenie Bench provide clear orientation across the plateau, while the winding Copper Canyon cuts through the western mesas toward the Utah line.