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1966 Map of Sand Spring

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Navajo Indian Reservation lands in San Juan County define this 1966 topographic survey, where a complex network of seasonal drainages has carved the arid landscape. The geography is centered on the confluence of several major waterways, including Shiprock Wash, Little Shiprock Wash, and Red Wash. Water sources were critical to life in this high desert environment, as evidenced by the namesake Sand Spring and another unnamed Spring located near the township line. Human presence is marked by a rudimentary Jeep Trail that winds through the southern section, likely serving as a vital transportation link between remote grazing areas or mineral exploration sites. The map illustrates the transition from the broader wash basins to the steep, rocky terrain at higher elevations, providing a detailed look at the land's character before modern infrastructure expanded across this part of New Mexico.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1969
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain