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2013 Map of Carpenter Ridge

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Carpenter Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Blue Mesa Reservoir dominates the northern landscape of this region, where the Gunnison River is impounded within the Curecanti National Recreation Area. The terrain is defined by high mesas and deep drainages, notably Carpenter Ridge and Dillon Mesa, which rise above the water's edge. South of the reservoir, the land transitions into a network of canyons and gulches, including Haystack Gulch and Wildcat Gulch, shaped by the flow of Cebolla Cr.

Evidence of local ranching and land use is found at Holman Ranch near the southern boundary, while geographic landmarks like Tenderfoot Hill and Kezar Basin provide orientation for those navigating the backcountry. This map details a specific moment in the management of these federal lands, illustrating the complex intersection of water resources, topography, and the road networks like Co RD-26 that provide access to Tenmile Springs and the surrounding wilderness.