2013 Map of Dough Mountain

About this map

Mesita sits at the northern edge of this high-desert landscape, where the Rio San Jose cuts through the terrain near Dirty Point. The 2013 survey illustrates a region defined by complex geological formations and livestock infrastructure, including Windmill Number 9 and the Kose Sheep Camp. The volcanic history of the area is evident through prominent landmarks like Lava Butte, South Lava Butte, and Dough Mountain, while numerous water-management features such as Dough Mountain Lake and the South Passage Reservoirs reflect the necessity of managing runoff in the arid environment. A network of tribal and local routes, including Indian Service Road 544 and Indian Service Road 545, provides access across the mesas and washes. These roads connect the higher elevations of Crow Mesa and South Point Mesa to the lower basins of the Big Sandy Wash.