2022 Map of Citadel Plateau

About this map

The Citadel Plateau dominates this portion of the Danforth Hills in Moffat County, where complex drainage systems and high ridges define the high-desert landscape. The area is characterized by deep erosional features like Pine Tree Gulch and Freeman Gulch, which channel seasonal runoff from the surrounding peaks. Distinctive geological markers such as Steamboat Rock and Escarpment Peak provide clear orientation points within this high-elevation terrain. This 2022 survey illustrates the modern road network, primarily composed of routes like Co RD 23 and Co RD 59, which navigate the winding topography. Water sources are scarce but significant, with Bob Hughes Cr and Deep Channel Cr carving paths through the draws, reflecting the critical role of hydrology in shaping the accessibility and land use of these upland pastures and ranges.