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2018 Map of Little Black Spot Mountain

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Little Black Spot Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Little Black Spot Mtn serves as a prominent high point in this high-desert landscape within the Chinle Agency. The terrain is defined by a network of drainage ways and seasonal water sources, most notably Wepo Wash which winds through Wepo Valley toward the southeast. Human activity is largely centered around traditional routes like Indian Rte 8033 and Indian Rte 8064, connecting remote reaches to the outskirts of Chilchinbeto.

Water management in this arid environment is evident through a series of named springs such as Pigeon Spring, Togaholtsoe Spring, and Hastin Akahibito. These points, along with landmarks like First Mesa, reflect the localized geography essential for ranching and movement across the Navajo Nation. The map documents the persistent importance of these natural springs and established trails in a region where geological features like the Cliff Edge dictate the flow of modern roadways.