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2014 Map of Cisco SW

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Cisco SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

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Arches National Park encroaches upon the southwestern corner of this survey, marking the transition from protected wilderness to the resource-rich canyons and plateaus of eastern Grand County. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems and distinct geographic benches, such as The Highlands and The Poison Strip. These named reaches are dissected by significant seasonal watercourses including Cottonwood Wash, Winter Camp Wash, and Yellow Cat Reservoir, which anchor the sparse hydrology of the region.

Evidence of historical grazing and exploration is preserved in the names of the varied terrain, from Winter Camp Ridge to the deep incisions of Yellow Jacket Canyon and Tub Canyon. To the east, the Owl Draw Upland and Dome Plateau provide prominent high-ground perspectives over the surrounding draws and seeps. This 2014 record captures the remote character of the desert before modern development, detailing the intricate system of canyons and parks like Squaw Park that have long served as landmarks for travelers and locals alike.