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2020 Map of Castle Rock

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Castle Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Castle Rock serves as the primary focal point of this Summit County survey, where the topography is defined by the narrow passage of Echo Cr. This high-altitude drainage network is deeply incised by watercourses such as Rees Cr and Huff Cr, which carve through the elevated terrain to form significant landforms like Stag Canyon and Ellis Canyon. The landscape shows a distinct pattern of movement dictated by the natural corridors, with modern infrastructure following the same paths used for generations through the mountain passes.

Rural development is sparse, primarily concentrated along the valley floors and the Aspen Meadow Ranch Rd. The drainage patterns of Tristram Cr and Robinson Cr illustrate the complex watershed that feeds the larger creeks, while Cache Cave Cr marks the northeastern reaches of the quadrangle. This map provides a clear look at how human presence remains tied to the primary water routes in this part of northern Utah.