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2011 Map of Davis Mesa

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Davis Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Paradox Valley and the surrounding mesas define this landscape in Montrose County, where industrial activity is heavily concentrated along the eastern ridges. The area is a dense network of mining operations, particularly within Long Park and near Hieroglyphic Canyon. These sites, including the San Miguel Mine, Hidden Basin Mine, and Florence Nellie Mine, illustrate the region's intensive mineral extraction history. Roadways like Long Park Rd and Y11 Rd provide access through the complex topography of Davis Mesa and Martin Mesa.

Water sources are scarce but significant, with the Dolores River cutting through the northern section and several intermittent drainages like West Paradox Creek and East Paradox Creek tracing the valley floor. The map documents an era of established mining infrastructure, from the Cormack Potash Mine in the west to a cluster of named claims near the northern border, such as the Lucky Boulder Mine and Tramp Number 2 Mine.