2017 Map of Cerro Alto

About this map

Cerro Alto rises as a prominent landmark in this corner of the Eastern Navajo Agency, overlooking a high-desert landscape defined by isolated volcanic features and seasonal water catchments. The topography is marked by distinct summits including Cerro Flora and Cerro Orqueta, which stand out against the surrounding Peñasco Flat. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a sparsely populated region where transportation is dictated by a few critical corridors such as Bia Rte 143 and Ozark Rd. The presence of Laguna Flora and Laguna Colorada suggests the importance of these ephemeral basins in an arid environment. The map provides a clear record of the Public Land Survey System grid, showing the township and range boundaries that organize this section of Cibola County.