2010 Map of Anvil Points

About this map

The Anvil Points Oil Shale Mines and the Rulison Oil Shale Mine define the industrial history of this Colorado landscape, situated along the steep slopes of the Roan Plateau. This 2010 survey records the intricate drainage system of the area, where East Fork Parachute Creek and Northwater Creek carve through the high terrain. The map captures the significant elevation changes between landmarks such as West Anvil Point and East Anvil Point down to the southern valley floor along Highway 6 and 24.