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2019 Map of Clyde Lake

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Clyde Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

San Juan National Forest encompasses this high-altitude landscape along the border of Dolores and Montezuma counties. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent mesas and deep drainages, with Stoner Mesa and Taylor Mesa serving as broad plateaus between the carved paths of Stoner Creek and Taylor Cr. This region is characterized by an extensive system of water management features, including Clyde Lake Reservoir, Cattail Reservoir, and Juan Spring Reservoir, which reflect the area's historical and ongoing reliance on managed alpine water sources for livestock and land management.

Transportation through these heights is facilitated by routes like Willow Divide OHV and the General Taylor road, which navigate the steep transitions between valleys like Big Hell Canyon and the surrounding peaks. The West Dolores River cuts through the northern portion of the map, while numerous named springs such as Cub Spring and Cabin Spring dot the landscape. This map offers a detailed view of the complex topography and hydrological infrastructure within the Colorado high country at the end of the second decade of the 21st century.