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1955 Map of Yellowstone Canyon

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Yellowstone Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Navajo Indian Reservation lands within Apache County are defined by a complex network of canyons and mesas captured during this mid-century survey. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the northern reaches of the Canyon De Chelly National Monument, where the geography transitions from the broad Yellowstone Canyon into the deep incisions of Canyon de Chelly and Muerto Canyon. Evidence of ancient habitation is marked at Cliff Dwelling Ruins near the confluence of Middle Trail Canyon and Pine Tree Canyon.

High-desert land use is reflected in the numerous water management features such as Round Rock Reservoir, Tsedadahotsoi Reservoir, and Tall Cone Reservoir, essential for the region's ranching economy. The rugged terrain rises toward the northeast into the Lukachukai Mtns and the Chuska Mountains, with colorful geological features like Blue Clay Hill and White Clay Hill providing landmarks. Settlement is sparse, but local travel is indicated by the Landing Strip and named crossings such as Sheep Dip Creek.