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1997 Map of Egypt

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Egypt
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Escalante River winds through the northern reaches of this canyonlands survey, defining the deeply incised topography of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The landscape is dominated by a series of distinct high plateaus and drainage systems, including the notable Choprock Bench and Baker Bench. This 1997 provisional data reveals a territory shaped by water and elevation, where the Twentyfive Mile Wash and Brimstone Gulch carve into the desert floor.

Remote landmarks such as Egypt and the Early Weed Bench suggest a history of grazing or exploration, while Cat Pasture and Fence Canyon further illustrate the area's use by local ranchers and early travelers. The boundary between Garfield and Kane counties bisects the southern portion of the map, cutting across the Scorpion region and adding a layer of administrative history to this geological record.