2023 Map of Crater Bench Reservoir

About this map

Desert Mtn rises as a prominent landmark in the northeastern corner of this arid landscape, overlooking a series of remote desert basins and seasonal water storage sites. The terrain is characterized by the expansive Crater Bench and the intricate drainage patterns that feed into River Bed Reservoir and Crater Bench Reservoir. These man-made features highlight the essential role of water management in the high desert, where topographic depressions have been utilized to capture infrequent runoff. Access through this sparsely populated portion of Juab County is maintained via a network of unpaved desert routes, including the Jericho Callao Rd and Baker Hot Springs Rd. The map illustrates a balance between stark natural landforms and the infrastructure required to navigate and utilize this remote interior basin.