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1987 Map of Black Table
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1987 Map of Black Table

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Trachyte Ranch stands as a rare point of human habitation in this 1980s landscape of deep canyons and mesas in Garfield County. The terrain is dominated by the massive Black Table and the jagged elevation of Taylor Ridges, while water sources like Maidenwater Spring and the nearby Maidenwater Reservoir indicate the vital infrastructure required for livestock and survival in this arid environment. The map details an intricate drainage system including Trachyte Creek and the curiously named Black Hole, showing how seasonal runoff has carved the Maidenwater Sands. This survey captures the region after decades of cattle ranching but before significant modern development, preserving the location of family-named landmarks like Speck and traditional water holes such as Hog Spring.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1987
Date Published1987
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 26.6 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain