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2020 Map of Dee Pass

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Dee Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Dee Pass sits at the heart of this Grand County landscape, where the high desert terrain is defined by complex drainage systems and isolated ridges. The map documents a network of seasonal watercourses, including the prominent Salt Wash and Tenmile Wash, which carve through the arid expanse of the Mancos Desert W. These natural features dictated the early movement through the region, evidenced by the modern placement of Ruby Ranch Rd and the Levi / Upper Tenmile route.

The Agate Hills and notable landmarks like Duma Pt provide vertical relief in an otherwise expansive desert floor. Toward the south, Tenmile Canyon marks a significant geological transition. This 2020 survey is an essential reference for understanding the recreational and industrial infrastructure of the area, specifically the intersection of utilitarian corridors like Power Line Rd with significant geological sites such as the White Wash Area.