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2023 Map of Bobby Canyon North

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Bobby Canyon North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Bobby Canyon and the surrounding high desert plateaus of Grand County characterize this landscape of steep drainage networks and elevated flats. The topography is defined by significant geographical features like Coal Creek Bench and Poverty Bench, which provide broad views over a complex system of intersecting ravines. This 2023 survey illustrates the rugged drainage patterns that funnel into Naylon Canyon and its tributaries, including Left Fork Naylon Canyon and Right Fork Naylon Canyon.

Water sources are scarce in this arid environment, making Oak Spring a vital localized feature among the varied canyons. Named landmarks such as Flat Nose George Canyon and Rattlesnake Canyon suggest a history of local exploration and naming conventions tied to specific figures or natural encounters. The map also traces the reaches of Left Hand Tusher Canyon and Wild Cow Canyon, providing a detailed view of the terrain's geological structure in the early 21st century.