2018 Map of White Area Canyon

About this map

White Area Canyon and the surrounding desert landscape of Apache County define this 2018 survey within the Shiprock Agency. The terrain is dominated by the broad uplift of Alcove Mesa in the east, which overlooks a network of ephemeral drainages and deep cut canyons. Human presence is evidenced by a detailed network of transit routes including Indian Rte 5040, Indian Rte 5041, and Indian Rte 8075, which navigate the complex topography. Vital water sources are scarce in this arid region, making the location of White Area Spring a significant landmark for local history and survival. The map also traces the path of Hashidito Cr as it winds through the canyon floor, providing a technical look at the drainage patterns and land divisions within the Navajo Nation during the late twenty-first century.