2021 Map of Snake Butte

About this map

Snake Butte and Red Needle rise as the most prominent topographic landmarks in this portion of Navajo County, defining a landscape shaped by significant drainage systems. The intermittent flow of Polacca Wash cuts through the northern sections, while Talahogan Wash trends toward the southeast. These natural corridors have historically influenced movement through this arid region of the Southwest. Modern transit follows these established paths, represented here by the corridor of Rte 15, which passes through the western edge of the quadrangle. The map detail highlights the intersection of ancient natural features and contemporary infrastructure, noted by markers such as Mile Post 399. The township and range divisions, including t27n r17e and t26n r18e, provide the underlying cadastral framework for this part of the high desert.