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1988 Map of Goulding

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Goulding
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Goulding serves as a focal point of settlement on the Navajo Indian Reservation during the late 1980s, situated at the base of the striking Rock Door Mesa. This topographic study reveals the infrastructure of a community centered around education and resource extraction, notably featuring the Monument Valley High School, an Athletic Field, and a Landing Strip for remote access. The proximity of the Skyline Mine to the settlement suggests the continued importance of the mining industry in this corner of San Juan County.

The arid landscape is defined by its massive plateaus and drainage systems, including Oljeto Mesa, Eagle Mesa, and Coyote Mesa. Local water sources are sparse but critical, marked by labels such as Cedar Spring, Owl Spring, and Nepalle Spring. The presence of a small Cem and historical routes like Horse Trail Canyon provide specific points of interest for genealogists and researchers tracing the 20th-century history of the area.