1954 Map of Gallup

About this map

The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad serves as the primary artery through this high-desert corridor, tracing the path of the Puerco River alongside the iconic Route 66. This mid-century survey captures a landscape defined by significant cultural and administrative centers including Gallup, Window Rock, and Fort Defiance. The map highlights the vast tribal lands of the Navajo Indian Reservation and Zuni Indian Reservation, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure of the Bureau of Indian Affairs at Crownpoint (BIA).