2020 Map of Waterflow

About this map

The San Juan River corridor anchors this landscape, where the agricultural legacy of the valley is preserved in features like the Jewett Valley Ditch. This 2020 record of the area near Waterflow and Kirtland shows a sophisticated network of irrigation and local transit alongside the natural drainage patterns of Shumway Arroyo and Westwater Arroyo. The terrain is defined by prominent landmarks such as The Hogback and Beechatuda Draw, which contrast with the developed areas near the river. For those researching local history or genealogy, the presence of the Jewett Valley Cem and Waterflow Cem provides critical points of reference for the families who settled this high desert region. The map also traces various Indian Service Routes and rural roads that connect these settlements to the broader canyon systems, including Navajo Canyon and Ute Canyon.