2013 Map of Henderson Ridge

About this map

Altenbern Ranch sits among a complex network of high ridges and drainage gulches in this Garfield County interior. The landscape is defined by its water sources, with names like Sheep Corral Spring and First Water Spring suggesting the historical importance of these points for livestock and travel. Major drainages including Carr Creek and Roan Creek carve deep through the plateau, creating prominent landforms like Henderson Ridge and Cedar Bench. Historical land use is visible in features such as Sawmill Gulch and Pole Bridge Canyon, which indicate early timbering and infrastructure development in this high-altitude terrain. The map also records a high density of named springs, such as Bear Keg Spring and Poverty Spring, highlighting the critical nature of water management in the arid West.