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2011 Map of Hotevilla

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Hotevilla
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Hotevilla and Bacavi occupy the elevated landscape of Third Mesa in this contemporary 2011 survey, reflecting the enduring settlement patterns of the Hopi Reservation. The map documents a cluster of traditional and modern sites, anchored by the Hotevilla Post Office and the critical water source at Hotevilla Spring. The distribution of place names like Mahtson-pi, Huk Ovi, and Pivahn-hon-kya-pi throughout the terrain suggests a deeply rooted geography where cultural and historical landmarks are inextricably tied to the mesa's edge.

Transportation routes such as Indian Rte-9 and Indian Rte-62 connect these communities across the arid landscape. The geography is defined by prominent landforms including Oraibi Mesa and Oraibi Butte, while ephemeral water features like Siwukva and Howitpi highlight the specialized land use required in this high-desert environment. This record provides a precise look at the infrastructure and topography of the region during the early 21st century.