2020 Map of Crater Bench Reservoir

About this map

Arid basin landscapes in Juab County define this region, where the ancient path of the Old River Bed winds through the desert floor. This 2020 survey illustrates a complex hydrologic history, featuring the Crater Bench Reservoir and River Bed Reservoir nestled within the flat terrain. The presence of the Old River Bed suggests a former waterway that once flowed through this now-dry corridor, a significant landmark for those studying the prehistoric geography of the Great Basin. To the northeast, the elevation rises sharply toward Desert Mtn, while the southwestern corner is marked by the eponymous Crater Bench. Transport across this remote territory relies on established routes like Jericho Callao Rd and Baker Hot Springs Rd, which skirt the edges of the Cherry Creek Wash and provide access to this isolated part of the Utah desert.