1966 Map of Sentinel Peak SE

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The Ute Mountain Indian Reservation dominates this mid-1960s landscape, where the high desert terrain of Montezuma County meets the New Mexico border. The map documents a sparsely populated but active region, characterized by a complex network of seasonal drainage channels including Cowboy Wash, Aztec Wash, and Navajo Wash that feed toward the southern boundary. Along the southern edge, the Mancos River winds past ancient sites marked as Indian Ruins, offering a glimpse into the long human history of the Tanner Canyon area. This period of the 1960s was also defined by industrial exploration, evidenced by numerous Drill Holes and several Oil Wells scattered across the northern sections, while a single Corral and a Gravel Pit suggest localized ranching and infrastructure needs during this era.