2018 Map of Toh De Niihe

About this map

Ventana Mesa dominates the northern horizon of this landscape within the Navajo Nation, where the desert floor is defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages. The area is centered on Toh De Niihe, a location tied to the vital water resources found in this arid region of Apache County. The map details the geologically distinct formations of the Defiance Plateau and Black Mesa transition, including landmarks such as White Horse Butte, Red Rock Rin, and the prominent rise of Tse Lichii Dah Azka. The drainage patterns of Balakai Wash and Tse Ba Ni Zi Ni Wash illustrate how water moves across this high-desert terrain toward Cottonwood Wash in the northeast corner. This 2018 survey provides a modern record of land divisions and traditional place names that are essential for understanding the contemporary geography of the Chinle Agency.