2001 Map of Crawford

About this map

Crawford serves as the focal point of this Delta County landscape, situated at the intersection of a complex irrigation network and the high alpine terrain of the Gunnison National Forest. The 2001 revision illustrates the local reliance on water engineering, featuring the Crawford Reservoir, the Clipper Ditch, and the Grand View Canyon Siphon which support the agricultural expanses of Fruitland Mesa and Missouri Flats. To the east, the topography rises sharply toward the volcanic prominence of Needle Rock and the dual peaks of Saddle Mountain. Settlement patterns are concentrated around the town and south toward Maher, with local landmarks like the Cem and Gaging Sta providing specific points of interest for genealogical and hydrological research. The confluence of Iron Creek, Alkali Creek, and Muddy Creek creates a dramatic series of drainages, including the deep Iron Canyon, that define the southern portion of the quadrangle.