2017 Map of Essex Mountain

About this map

Essex Mtn rises as a prominent landmark in this high desert landscape of Sweetwater County, overlooking a network of seasonal water sources and rugged drainages. The 2017 terrain data highlights the strategic passage at Indian Gap and the sheer elevations of Steamboat Rim, which dictate the movement of both water and travelers through this arid region. The presence of Freighter Gap Rd in the northeast corner serves as a reminder of the historical transportation routes that navigated these gaps between high ridges. Hydrological features such as Jack Morrow Cr and isolated water points like Marine Spring, Box Spring, and Hillside Springs define the life-sustaining points of interest for livestock and wildlife in a landscape otherwise dominated by landforms like Box Canyon and LaFonte Canyon.