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1954 Map of Shinumo Altar SE

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Shinumo Altar SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Navajo Indian Reservation lands dominate this mid-century topographic study, showcasing a high-desert landscape defined by complex drainage systems and isolated plateaus. The prominent Bodaway Mesa stands as a central landform, while the Red Hills rise to the north. Water management in this arid Coconino County terrain is evidenced by a network of named points including Bodaway Water, Lone Tree Reservoir, and Cottonwood Tank, which served the local pastoral needs of the era.

Several distinct geological landmarks provide orientation for researchers of the region, from the uniquely named Billy Goat Knolls to the high points of Sheep Mtn and Highland Mtn. The intricate topography is carved by various seasonal watercourses such as Moenkopi Wash, Bitter Springs Wash, and Red Horse Wash, illustrating the natural pathways that dictated movement across these vast northern Arizona expanses before modern infrastructure expansions.