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2014 Map of Flake Mountain West

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Flake Mountain West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Paunsaugunt Plateau and the southern reaches of the Dixie National Forest define this landscape, where the high-elevation terrain is carved by a complex network of canyons and ridges. High points like Hancock Peak and Flake Mtn overlook significant geological features such as Casto Bluff and the sweeping Casto Canyon. The drainage patterns are clearly visible through seasonal watercourses like Hancock Cr and Showalter Cr, which have formed prominent topographic markers including Showalter Bench and Mud Spring Ridge.

Evidence of historical land use for grazing and transit is found in labels like Judd Pasture Troughs and the Toms Best Spring Rd. These features, along with several named springs such as Clarence Spring and Berry Spring, suggest the critical importance of water management in this high-country environment. The map also documents various basins and swales, including Flake Swale and John L Swale, reflecting the specialized local nomenclature used by those working this part of Garfield County.