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2013 Map of Davis Mesa

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Davis Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Paradox Valley defines the central geography of this Western Colorado landscape, where the transverse drainage of the Dolores River cuts across the valley floor. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation shifts between high plateaus and deep incisions, notably seen at Carpenter Ridge and Martin Mesa. Water sources in this arid environment are sparse, marked by the presence of Stone Spring and seasonal drainages like W Paradox Cr and E Paradox Cr.

The map reveals a network of high-desert canyons including Hieroglyphic Canyon and Wild Steer Canyon, which provide a glimpse into the topographical complexity of the Uncompahgre Plateau region. Human activity is evidenced by the passage of Co-90 and a system of rural routes such as Long Park Rd, connecting isolated areas like Long Park with the broader Montrose County transit network. The interplay of named landforms like Davis Mesa and Skein Mesa underscores the area's geological character.