2020 Map of Sanostee East

About this map

Sanostee and Tocito anchor this high-desert landscape in the San Juan County region of New Mexico, situated within a topography defined by significant sandstone formations and seasonal watercourses. The settlement of Sanostee is located near the mouth of Porcupine Canyon, while the small community of Tocito sits further south along the Tocito Wash. Transportation and infrastructure are central to the area's layout, featuring the Sanostee Airport and an extensive network of Bureau of Indian Affairs routes including Indian Svc Rte 34 and Indian Svc Rte 56. Large-scale terrain features like Rock Ridge and the prominent Rock Mesa dictate the movement of drainage through Sanostee Wash and Pajarito Cr. This contemporary survey illustrates the persistent importance of local water sources like 2M-39 Spring in an arid environment where ranching and local travel depend on the seasonal flow of the washes.