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2014 Map of Little Black Spot Mountain

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Little Black Spot Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Little Black Spot Mountain rises as the central landmark of this high-desert landscape within the Chinle Agency. The terrain is defined by a network of seasonal water sources and traditional routes, including the Pinon Bus Route and several Bureau of Indian Affairs corridors like Bia-4 and Bia-42. These roads connect isolated settlements such as Chilchinbeto and Hastin Akahibito, reflecting the enduring settlement patterns of the Navajo Nation.

Hydrology in this arid environment is localized around named points like Ponderosa Pine Spring and Crooked Finger Spring, which were vital for livestock and local residents. The drainage systems of Wepo Wash carve through the southern portion of the quadrangle near First Mesa, illustrating the geographic transition into the Wepo Valley. The presence of features like Tolah Nascin and Cliff Edge highlights the dramatic verticality of the mesas and plateaus that characterize this region of Navajo County.