2017 Map of Samson Lake

About this map

Torrivio Ridge and Torrivio Mesa dominate this high-desert landscape in McKinley County, where the topography is defined by intricate canyon systems and sparse water sources. The map provides a detailed view of the rural road network within the Eastern Navajo Agency, including Sunset Valley Rd and Sweet Valley Rd, which navigate the plateaus and draws. Rare perennial water points like Manuelito Spring and Parker Spring suggest the critical importance of these features for livestock and settlement in an arid environment. The presence of Samson Lake in the eastern section, alongside broad natural clearings like Blue Grass Flat, illustrates the intersection of natural hydrology and the grazing geography of the mid-2010s. Modern developments are visible through locally named routes like Tseyatay Loop and Pittsburg Loop, showing the contemporary infrastructure serving the area's residents and ranchers.