2011 Map of Birch Creek Reservoirs

About this map

Birch Creek Reservoirs anchor the southern portion of this high-elevation landscape in Rich County, which remains defined by its water management and grazing lands. The topography is marked by a series of prominent rises including Lewis Ridge, Valley Ridge, and the distinctly named Thousand Dollar Ridge. Numerous seasonal and perennial water sources like Beaver Pond Spring, Trough Spring, and Woodruff Spring suggest a history of livestock use and seasonal habitation. The terrain is deeply incised by drainages such as Randolph Creek and Big Creek, which flow toward the reservoirs. Recreational footprints are visible at the Birch Creek Campground, while the broader area contains named landmarks like Woodruff Pastures and Crawford Canyon, illustrating the intersection of natural hydrology and land use in this part of northern Utah.