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2023 Map of Sargent Ranch

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Sargent Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Chaco Culture National Historical Park preserves a critical archaeological landscape where high desert plateaus meet the deep incisions of Chaco Canyon. This high-altitude drainage system is defined by a network of seasonal watercourses, including the Escavada Wash and Gallo Wash, which intersect the arid terrain of San Juan and McKinley Counties. The topographical record highlights the intricate canyon geography, most notably where Sheep Camp Canyon feeds into the primary wash system.

Modern access and ancient footpaths are mapped side-by-side, such as the Wijiji Trl and Indian Svc Rte 456. The landscape is largely defined by its natural hydrology and the sharp relief of the canyon walls, providing a clear picture of the environment surrounding these pre-Columbian sites. This modern survey tracks the precise intersection of public lands and historical drainages like Chaco Wash in a region vital to Ancestral Puebloan history.