2014 Map of Crows Nest Spring

About this map

The San Rafael Desert landscape of Emery County dominates this 2014 survey, illustrating a geography defined by its arid drainage patterns and scarce water sources. The map focuses on the crucial role of isolated water points, such as Crows Nest Spring and Cottonwood Spring, which have long served as landmarks for travelers and livestock in this expansive arid environment. These features are connected by seasonal drainages like Iron Wash and Cottonwood Wash, which carve through the high desert terrain. Human infrastructure is limited to the corridor of Ut-24, which cuts diagonally across the northwestern sections, providing the primary access through this remote portion of the Utah desert. The detailed contour work highlights the intricate relief of the washes as they break the desert floor, offering insight into the hydrological movement within the t24s r13e and t24s r14e townships.