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1966 Map of Fruitland

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Fruitland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Navajo Mine dominates the central landscape of this mid-1960s survey, illustrating the industrial infrastructure of the Navajo Indian Reservation during a period of significant energy development. The massive excavation site connects directly to the Four Corners Powerplant, where prominent stacks and a substation sit on the southern shore of Morgan Lake. This artificial reservoir is a defining feature of the high desert terrain, serving the cooling needs of the nearby plant.

Along the northern edge of the map, the San Juan River valley provides a contrast to the industrial southern interior. The settlements of Fruitland and Stevens are sustained by an intricate network of water diversions, including the Fruitland Irrigation Canal, Jewett Valley Ditch, and Farmers Mutual Ditch. Local history is anchored by the Nenahnezad Indian Sch and the Nenahnezad Chapter House, marking this as a vital cultural and administrative hub for the local community.