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1983 Map of Valle

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Valle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Coconino Plateau dominates this northern Arizona landscape, where the high desert meets the edges of several protected lands and tribal territories in the early 1980s. The settlement of Valle serves as a central hub, situated where the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR and local highways converge. To the east, the Kaibab National Forest and the Grand Canyon National Park border define the region's character, punctuated by landmarks like the Grand Canyon Airport and the distinct volcanic form of Red Butte.

A network of seasonal drainage patterns, such as Cataract Canyon, Coconino Wash, and Sandstone Wash, underscores the arid nature of the plateau. Notable land use is marked by the presence of the Copper Queen Mine and various water catchments like National Tank and Red Lake Tank, which were essential for livestock and local operations. The map also delineates boundaries for the Hualapai Indian Reservation and Havasupai Indian Reservation, highlighting the complex jurisdictional heritage of this high-elevation terrain.