2013 Map of Clifton

About this map

The Colorado River carves a path through the heart of this region, separating the valley floor from the elevated tablelands. Along the river’s northern bank, the growing footprints of Clifton, Fruitvale, and the outskirts of Grand Junction are clearly defined. The landscape is heavily influenced by irrigation infrastructure, with the Government Highline Canal, Price Ditch, and Grand Valley Canal sustaining the agricultural character of the area. To the south, the terrain rises toward Orchard Mesa and Whitewater Hill, where a network of canals like the Orchard Mesa Canal Number 1 supports local farms.