2014 Map of Rocky Ridge NE

About this map

Rocky Ridge dominates the southern portion of this high-desert landscape within the Chinle Agency, where the intricate drainages of the Colorado Plateau are clearly defined. In the north, White Ruin Canyon and Ruin Hill suggest the ancient archaeological footprint of the region, anchored by vital water sources like Sweetwater Spring and Big Mountain Ruin Spring. The transportation network is defined by Bureau of Indian Affairs routes, including Bia-8020 and Bia-8030, which navigate the elevation changes between the namesake ridge and the southern Dinnebito Wash. This 2014 survey documents a territory where modern road designations such as Big Man Rd intersect with traditional land use, highlighting the essential relationship between reliable springs and the high-elevation terrain of the Navajo Nation.