1959 Map of Nageezi
USGS Topo · Published 1962About this map
Nageezi and the surrounding high desert mesas define this 1959 survey of the San Juan Basin. The landscape is dominated by complex geological formations like Thompson Mesa, Mesa Smouse, and Escrito Mesa, separated by the deep incisions of Largo Canyon and Blanco Wash. This era shows a territory primarily utilized for resource extraction, evidenced by the extensive Gas Field and numerous labels for Oil Wells and Gas Wells scattered across the plateaus. Small-scale water management is visible at Crow Lake, Cricket Dam, and LaGotta Dam, highlighting the critical importance of water in this arid region. The sparse human presence is centered on local landmarks such as Dufers Point and Truby Ranch, while the county line between San Juan Co and Rio Arriba Co bisects the rugged terrain.
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Editions of this 1959 Nageezi Map
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