1954 Map of Winslow 4 NW

About this map

The Navajo Indian Reservation dominates the northern half of this mid-century survey, its southern reach defined by a stark Indian Reservation Boundary that cuts through the arid landscape of Navajo and Coconino counties. The Little Colorado River winds through the central portion of the map, carving a path through the sandstone terrain and providing a vital water source in an otherwise dry region. South of the river, the landscape opens into Tucker Flat, where an Intermittent Lake appears during seasonal rains. The geography is characterized by seasonal drainages like Coyote Wash and significant topographical transitions such as the Toltec Divide. Scattered stock tanks and windmills throughout the sheet indicate the vital role of livestock grazing and the constant search for water in this high desert environment during the 1950s.