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2016 Map of Dallas

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Dallas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Uncompahgre River flows north toward the expansive Ridgway Reservoir in this western Colorado landscape, where the settlement of Ridgway serves as a central hub. The river valley is flanked by high mesas and distinct peaks, including Enchanted Mesa and the aptly named Onion Hill. The map reveals a complex water management system essential for this high-altitude environment, featuring the Alkali Ditch Number 1 and Alkali Ditch Number 2, which divert water across the rugged terrain of the Uncompahgre National Forest.

To the north, the historic location of Dallas sits near the river, while natural features like Orvis Hot Spring suggest the geothermal activity of the region. The landscape is deeply incised by numerous drainages such as Ramshorn Gulch and Cow Creek, while family-named roads and trails like Co RD 8a and Percheron Trl connect the various gulches and draws. These features provide a clear picture of how irrigation and topography shaped the development of this Ouray County corridor.