2011 Map of Beaver Park

About this map

Beaver Park serves as a central point in this Dolores County landscape, characterized by an intricate network of irrigation systems and high-altitude water management. The terrain is defined by the complex hydrology of Beaver Creek and its many tributaries, including Middle Beaver Creek and East Beaver Creek. This area illustrates the historical importance of water rights in Colorado, evidenced by the Gurley Ditch, Old Nelson Ditch, and West Beaver Highline Ditch that traverse the slopes near Big Baldy. Remote outposts such as Taylor Camp and Marie Scott Camp are situated amongst the drainage basins of Turner Creek and Saltado Creek. Further south, Dempsey Meadows and Beaver Mesa provide clear landmarks within the watershed, while specialized locations like Ditch Camp highlight the labor-intensive nature of maintaining these vital water channels.