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2017 Map of Danish Knoll

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Danish Knoll
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The high ridgelines of the Manti-Lasal National Forest dominate this 2017 survey, revealing a complex network of water management and alpine terrain. Irrigation infrastructure is central to the area's geography, evidenced by the presence of the Ephraim Tunnel, Horseshoe Tunnel, and Larson Tunnel, which facilitate water movement across the steep divides of the Wasatch Plateau. These engineering works connect various catchments, such as New Canyon Reservoir and Loggers Fork Reservoir, to downslope agricultural needs.

Prominent peaks and flats define the landscape, including Danish Knoll, Haystack Mtn, and the distinctive Flat Iron Point. The famous Skyline Dr winds along the crest, providing access to remote features like John August Lake and the Experiment Station. From the depths of Olsen Canyon to the heights of Hell Hole Ridge, the map documents a region where natural hydrology and human-made ditches like the Wasatch Ditch intersect in a high-elevation wilderness.