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2013 Map of Crawford

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Crawford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Crawford serves as the primary hub of this Western Slope landscape, where the town's grid meets the engineered water systems of the Fruitland Mesa. The geography is defined by a complex network of irrigation infrastructure, including the Crawford Clipper Ditch, Needle Rock Ditch, and Gould Canal, which divert water from the Smith Fork and Cottonwood Creek to support the high-altitude agriculture of the region. To the south, the small settlement of Maher sits near the crossing of Iron Cr and Alkali Cr.

The terrain rises dramatically toward the east into the Gunnison National Forest, dominated by the prominent peaks of Saddle Mountain and the distinctive geological spire of Needle Rock. Historical landmarks like the Crawford Cem overlook the Crawford Reservoir, while the deep incision of Iron Canyon and the broad expanse of Missouri Flats illustrate the diverse topography where Delta and Montrose counties meet.