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1987 Map of Bowdie Canyon West
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1987 Map of Bowdie Canyon West

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Lake Powell and the winding Colorado River dominate this desert landscape, where the waters of the reservoir reach deep into the dramatic gorges of Cataract Canyon. The map illustrates the convergence of major geological features and drainage systems within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, showing how the inundation of the canyon floor transformed the local topography. This 1987 provisional edition captures the canyonlands before modern digital mapping, preserving the intricate contour work of the Tar Cliffs and the expansive Dry Mesa. Named landmarks like Freddies Cistern and Andy Miller Flats offer clues to the ranching history and early exploration of this section of the Glen Canyon region. The boundary between Garfield and San Juan counties follows the centerline of the river channel, cutting through the high plateaus of Middle Point and Bowdie Point.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1987
Date Published1987
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain