1967 Map of Hard Rocks

About this map

Oraibi Wash meanders across this high desert landscape, serving as a primary geographic artery through the Navajo Hopi Joint Use Area during the late 1960s. The settlement at Hard Rocks and the nearby Hard Rocks Dam reflect the localized efforts to manage water resources and establish permanent habitations in this arid region of Navajo County. This survey illustrates a complex layer of administrative and tribal history, clearly delineating the Joint Use Area and Indian Reservation boundaries. Notable landmarks like Ah Na Na Betoh and Tsi Tai De Linne provide specific geographic anchors for researchers studying the cultural landscape, while the topography of White Valley in the northeast corner highlights the distinct landforms that define the transition between tribal lands.