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2017 Map of Bob Hill Knoll

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Bob Hill Knoll
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Wedge overlooks the deeply incised drainage systems of Emery County, defining a landscape shaped by water and time. This 2017 survey details a network of canyons and high benches, where the historical Moab to Boulder Town route traverses the high desert between Buckhorn Flat and the Summit Area. These primitive road networks, including S Lawrence/Tan Seeps, connect isolated watering points essential for ranching and travel, such as Joe Jensen Spring, Squaw Spring, and Orsons Pond.

Topographic landmarks like Bob Hill Knoll and Cedar Mtn provide orientation across the vast plateaus. The map also identifies family-named features like Huff Hollow and Johnson Hollow, alongside distinct geological depressions such as Swazy Hole and Aldus Hole. These labels reflect the long-standing human presence in this arid region, where survival depended on knowing the locations of places like Bitter Seep and Little Holes.