2010 Map of Greasewood Draw

About this map

The San Rafael River cuts through the northeast corner of this arid landscape, a vital watercourse in the otherwise parched San Rafael Desert. The terrain is defined by the dramatic uprising of the San Rafael Reef, which creates a natural barrier across the western portion of the quadrangle. Several ephemeral drainage systems, including Greasewood Draw, Straight Wash, and Iron Wash, underscore the erosional patterns of the Emery County backcountry. The northern boundary is marked by the elevated plateau of Shadscale Mesa, while the local road network is centered around the ranching infrastructure of the east, notably Hatts Ranch Rd and the Hatt's Ranch Byp. This survey captures the region's character as a crossroads of high-desert geological features and ranching access routes.