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2021 Map of Tall Mesa

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Tall Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Tall Mesa rises above the arid landscape of Apache County, anchoring a terrain defined by broad plains and seasonal drainage patterns. This high plateau stands as a central landmark within a network of ephemeral waterways, including the winding Tyende Cr and the alluvial paths of Blackhorse Wash and Burro Wash. The land is relatively open, characterized by expansive areas like Greasewood Flat to the north, suggesting a landscape primarily shaped by the elements and traditional land use.

Transportation through this part of the Navajo Nation is facilitated by a series of graded routes such as Indian Rte 118 and Indian Rte 8071, which cut across the township and range lines. The map reveals the spatial relationship between these modern access roads and the natural topography, illustrating how travel corridors adapt to the desert floor. This 2021 survey provides a clear view of the geographic isolation and the enduring geological features of the Four Corners region.