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2014 Map of Mitten Buttes

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Mitten Buttes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Oljato-Monument Valley anchors the northwest corner of this 2014 survey, where the iconic red-rock formations of the Colorado Plateau cross the border between Arizona and Utah. This landscape is defined by its massive sandstone towers and mesas, including the famous West Mitten Butte and East Mitten Butte which dominate the northern skyline alongside Merrick Butte. The map illustrates a concentration of geological wonders such as The Hub, Rain God Mesa, and the slender Totem Pole spire near Yei Bichei.

Drainage systems like Gypsum Cr and W Gypsum Cr wind between these formations, revealing a terrain marked by numerous natural spans and alcoves. Geologic and cultural landmarks are named throughout, including Spiderweb Arch, Big Hogan, and Ear of the Wind. Modern access is represented by Monument Valley RD and the Navajo Service Routes Bia-41 and Bia-42, which connect these natural monuments across the Navajo Nation land.