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1966 Map of Kirtland SW, 1980 Print
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1966 Map of Kirtland SW

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The Navajo Indian Reservation dominates this 1960s landscape in San Juan County, showcasing a terrain defined by desert drainage patterns and emerging industrial infrastructure. Water management is central to the area's utility, marked by the presence of Cottonwood Springs and various Water Tanks positioned near the rugged Cottonwood Arroyo. A notable Pipeline cuts across the northern half of the quadrangle, signaling the region's role in energy transport during the mid-century period. The map records the early stages of resource extraction with several identified Drill Holes and a Gas Well located near the eastern boundary. The intricate topography near Chinde Wash illustrates the erosive power of seasonal water flow in this arid environment, providing a detailed look at the land's character before later modern developments changed the local footprint.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain