2011 Map of Polacca

About this map

First Mesa and the adjacent highlands of Navajo County define the landscape of this 2011 survey, showing a cluster of centuries-old mesa-top and valley settlements. The map records the tight spatial relationship between ancient villages like Walpi, Sichomovi, and Hano, perched on the narrow fingers of the mesa, and the lower settlement of Polacca. This area is characterized by essential water sources in an arid environment, with numerous springs such as Tawapa Spring, Coyote Spring, and Spider Spring supporting the local populations. To the west, the settlements of Sipaulovi and Mishongnovi stand near Toreva, while Corn Rock and Horseshoe Point provide distinct natural landmarks. The presence of the Polacca Post Office, Second Mesa Post Office, and Polacca Airport indicates the modern infrastructure serving these traditional communities, while the vast Wepo Valley stretches across the southern portion of the quadrangle.