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1982 Map of Manuel Seep

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Manuel Seep
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Water management dominates this high-desert landscape on the border of Apache and Navajo counties, as seen in this 1982 survey. The terrain is defined by a series of north-running washes, most notably Benzes Draw, Sandoval Draw, and Cheney Draw, which cut through the arid plains. A complex network of artificial and natural water sources supports the region, including the namesake Manuel Seep and the curiously named Stink Seep No 1 and Stink Seep No 2.

Remote ranching infrastructure is evident through the scattered distribution of stock tanks and wells. Notable landmarks like Merrilyn Dam, Rogers Well, and the East Windmill suggest a history of localized water rights and land use. The presence of Jungle Dam near Cheney Flat in the northeast corner further illustrates the ongoing effort to capture seasonal runoff in a landscape where permanent water is scarce. This map provides a detailed record of the physical improvements made to this high plateau during the late 20th century.