2016 Map of Fortification

About this map

Fortification sits at the heart of this high-plains landscape in Moffat County, where the topography is defined by the drainage systems of Fortification Cr and its tributaries. The settlement is positioned along a north-south transit corridor that follows the creek valley, flanked to the west by the distinct formations of Fortification Rocks and to the east by the rising slopes of the Elkhead Mountains. The land use here reflects a ranching and aviation footprint, notably represented by the Mesa View Ranch Airport situated on a plateau above the creek. A network of county roads, including Co RD 101 and Co RD 38, provides access to the surrounding draws and mesas. The map detail highlights the hydrological complexity of the area, tracing the N Fork Fortification Cr and S Fork Fortification Cr as they converge toward the main valley floor.