2011 Map of Tall Mountain NW

About this map

Piute Creek defines the drainage of this high plateau landscape, winding its way through the arid terrain of Navajo County, Arizona. The northeastern portion of the map is dominated by the elevated Piute Mesa, a prominent landform that provides a clear sense of the vertical relief in this desert environment. Human activity is marked primarily by the presence of Indian Rte 16, which traverses the southern half of the quadrangle, serving as a primary corridor through this sparsely populated region. This 2011 survey, produced by the U.S. Geological Survey, provides a detailed record of the local topography and the specific path of the creek before it exits the quadrangle. For those studying the Navajo Nation's modern road network or the natural geography of the Four Corners region, this map offers precise technical detail on the intersection of water and infrastructure.