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2023 Map of Rattlesnake

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Rattlesnake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The San Juan River defines the northern edge of this landscape, where the settlement of Cudei sits near the managed waters of the Cudei Ditch. This arid corridor in San Juan County is characterized by a complex network of drainage features, including the prominent Shiprock Wash and Malpais Arroyo, which cut through the high desert terrain. To the west, the Gray Hills rise above the basin, providing a topographical anchor for the surrounding plains.

Modern infrastructure is represented by the remote settlement of Rattlesnake in the south, connected to the wider region by a series of service routes such as Indian Svc Rte 57 and Indian Svc Rte 571. The presence of Pipeline Rd and various service tracks suggests the area's continued role in resource management and regional utility networks. This survey illustrates the persistence of small communities and the vital role of water management in a landscape shaped by seasonal washes like Lichii Wash.