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2017 Map of Flume Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Flume Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Book Cliffs dominate the southern portion of this landscape, creating a dramatic geological transition toward the Grand Valley at the bottom of the map. This 2017 survey shows a complex drainage system defined by deep incisions like Flume Canyon, Coal Canyon, and Spring Canyon, which cut through the high plateau. These features reveal the intricate topography of eastern Grand County, where water management is crucial as evidenced by the presence of Oak Springs and Cato Springs.

Transportation through this high-desert environment relies on routes following natural corridors, such as Diamond Canyon Rd and Cottonwood Rd. These roads parallel landmarks like Cottonwood Wash and Diamond Canyon, providing access to the rugged interior. The map illustrates a landscape shaped by natural erosion and remote exploration, where names like Bull Canyon and Halfway Canyon evoke the area's grazing and ranching heritage.