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2021 Map of Pillars of Hercules

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Pillars of Hercules
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Moenkopi Wash carves through the arid landscape of northern Arizona, serving as the central drainage for this section of the Navajo Nation. This topographical study captures the complex erosion patterns and high-desert terrain where the wash widens near the Pillars of Hercules, a distinct natural formation that dominates the southern corridor. The transport network is defined by sparse desert roads, specifically Indian Rte 6 in the northwest and Indian Rte 33 in the northeast, which provide access through the high plateaus and varying elevations.

From the heights of Horse Corral Point to the depths of Blue Canyon, the map reveals a landscape primarily shaped by intermittent water flow and geological stratification. The absence of permanent settlements highlights the territory's use for traditional ranching and transit, with the vast topography providing a clear record of the region's physical geography as it stood in the early twenty-first century.