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1969 Map of Grand Falls

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Grand Falls
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Grand Falls serves as the focal point of this arid landscape within the Navajo Indian Reservation. The Little Colorado River winds through the terrain, its course marked by various topographical transitions including nearby Sand Dunes and the seasonal flows of Dinnebito Wash. The presence of a Gaging Station and a designated Picnic Area near the falls suggests its role as a point of hydrologic study and local interest during the late 1960s.

The map reveals the sparse infrastructure of the high desert, featuring several scattered Corral sites and ancient Ruins that hint at long-term habitation along the river corridor. Transportation is limited to a primitive Jeep Trail, emphasizing the area's isolation. Remote water sources like Muddy Tank underscore the importance of water management in this Coconino County environment, providing a detailed look at the land's natural character before more modern developments.