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1978 Map of Valle Bonito

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Valle Bonito
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Valle Bonito unfolds across the high desert of Apache County, defined by a network of drainage systems and sparse water sources that dictate the pattern of human activity. The Zuni River cuts through the northwest corner, while the landscape is further carved by Long Wash, Pine Springs Wash, and Aguaje Draw. This 1970s survey captures the region's ranching character, centered on scattered improvements such as West Camp and a corral located near the Bean Patch Well.

Water management is the primary narrative of this terrain, evidenced by named features like Rincon Well and Flowing Well. The proximity of these wells to a jeep trail suggests the continued importance of remote access for land use. The topography is marked by significant elevation changes between the lower washes and the surrounding breaks, illustrating the stark environmental conditions encountered by those managing livestock in this corner of Arizona.