2017 Map of Sulphur Spring

About this map

Sulphur Spring and several seasonal watercourses define the arid landscape of this San Juan County region within the Shiprock Agency. The area is characterized by a sparse network of modern roads and infrastructure, including Red Rock Hwy and Hwy 36, which cut through a terrain marked by prominent landmarks such as Cactus Peak. The inclusion of the Shiprock Airstrip and specific water sources like 112R-78 Spring highlights the practical navigation and resource management required in this high-desert environment. These ephemeral drainages, notably Many Devils Wash, Dead Mans Wash, and Rattlesnake Wash, create a complex hydrologic pattern that has historically dictated the movement of people and livestock through the territory.