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2011 Map of Sanders

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Sanders
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Sanders and the nearby settlement of Chetco anchor this high-desert landscape in eastern Arizona. The Puerco River carves a path through the region, mirrored by the historic path of Old Route 66, which remains a prominent transit corridor alongside modern interchanges. Local commerce and connectivity are highlighted by the Sanders Post Office and the Cedar Point Trading Post, reflecting the area's role as a waypoint for travelers and residents within the Fort Defiance Agency territory.

The arid terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems and watering points essential for ranching and survival, including Tolapai Draw, Burntwater Wash, and Emigrant Springs. Scattered across the landscape, landmarks like Seventeen Windmill and Crows Nest Windmill indicate the vital infrastructure needed to tap into groundwater. The map also captures a developing residential grid south of the river, with streets such as Dine H Tan Blvd and Cactus Valley Rd extending into the open country.