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1996 Map of Dalerose Mesa

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Dalerose Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

Comanche National Grassland dominates this high plains landscape in southern Colorado, where the transition from flat prairie to dramatic mesas is clearly defined by local landmarks like Fallas Mesa and Fowler Mesa. The terrain is shaped by the drainages of Saltillo Creek and West Carrizo Creek, while the massive volcanic landform of Mesa De Maya and the namesake Dalerose Mesa rise prominently above the surrounding draws.

Evidence of historical habitation and industry appears throughout the survey, including the White Sch and various Prospects in the southeast. Cultural markers like the isolated Grave near the mesa edges and the named location Windswept reflect the sparse, exposed nature of this ranching and grazing country. Notable geographic features like Frenchmans Butte and the distinct formation of Huerfanita serve as vital navigation points in an area defined by deep canyons and seasonal waterways like Couchman Draw.