2022 Map of Fish Creek

About this map

Piñon Mesa dominates this 2022 survey of high-elevation Mesa County, characterized by a complex network of canyons and upland water management systems. The map details the boundary between Grand Mesa National Forest and Uncompahgre National Forest, showcasing a landscape where drainage from Hay Press Cr and the Little Dolores River is captured in high-altitude impoundments like Fruita Reservoir Number One and Fruita Reservoir Number Two. In the south, the terrain drops sharply into the dramatic Unaweep Canyon, with steep drainages including Pansy Gulch and Turner Gulch feeding into W Cr. This modern topographic study preserves the naming of specific geological features and rural access routes like Turkey Flats Trl and Ridge Trl, reflecting the region's ongoing importance for forest management and water resources.