2014 Map of Horse Bench East

About this map

The Green River carves a significant boundary through this desert landscape at the border of Grand and Emery Counties. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation shifts, particularly around the prominent Horse Bench plateau and the drainage systems of Salt Wash and Dry Lake Wash. Human presence is sparse and focused on water management and ranching, evidenced by the Horse Bench Reservoir and the Chaffin Ranch located near the confluence with the San Rafael River. Transportation is limited to rugged tracks like Co Road 1049 and Chaffin Ranch Rd, which follow the natural contours of the desert floor. This 2014 survey documents a region where the geography of seasonal washes and river bends continues to dictate the patterns of land use and access.