1966 Map of Big Beaver Reservoir

About this map

The Big Beaver Reservoir dominates the northeastern landscape of this Rio Blanco County terrain, marking a significant water management feature where the North Fork and South Fork converge. Downstream, the White River carves through the central valley, a critical artery for the region's hydrologic and ecological systems. This mid-1960s survey, with later woodland revisions, captures the area during a period of active resource and wildlife management. Near the confluence of the river forks, the Bel-aire Rearing Sta appears as a specialized facility, likely supporting the local aquatic ecosystem. The map also traces smaller drainages like Sawmill Creek, illustrating the complex network of mountain streams that feed into the larger reservoir and river system.