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2023 Map of Butler Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Green River carves a deep path through this section of the Colorado Plateau, where the water is protected as the Green Wild and Scenic River. The terrain is defined by a series of dramatic vertical shifts, from the high elevation of Big Horn Mtn and Elliott Mesa down to the winding floor of Gray Canyon. The geography reflects the stark, arid environment of the high desert, with naming conventions like Poverty Canyon and Poverty Bench suggesting the difficulty of early survival in this landscape.

The map reveals the intricate drainage systems that feed into the river, including Butler Canyon and Rattlesnake Canyon. These geological features dominate the area, leaving little room for modern development. The boundary between Emery Co and Grand Co follows the river's course, highlighting how the waterway has historically served as both a lifeline and a formidable natural barrier in this part of Utah.