1966 Map of Sheep Springs

About this map

Navajo Indian Reservation lands in San Juan County define this 1960s topographic study, where the arid high-desert terrain is carved by the seasonal paths of Tuntsa Wash and Sheep Springs Wash. The settlement of Sheep Springs serves as a primary reference point in the southern portion of the quadrangle, situated near a local Gravel Pit and the convergence of several unimproved roads. To the north, the isolated location of Black House sits below the prominent elevation of Grey Mesa, illustrating the sparse and remote nature of residential patterns in this region of New Mexico. The presence of a mapped Well and numerous fence lines underscores the importance of water management and grazing boundaries within this sprawling landscape. This survey provides a precise look at the infrastructure and land use in the Navajo Nation shortly after mid-century.