2017 Map of Horse Bench East

About this map

The Green River and the San Rafael River converge in this high-desert landscape on the border of Emery and Grand Counties. The dominant geographic feature is the elevated plateau of Horse Bench, which is marked by a series of primitive access routes and seasonal water improvements essential for high-country land use. Cattle ranching and water management history are evident through features like Horse Bench Reservoir and roads such as Irvin Ranch Rd and Chaffin Ranch Rd. This 2017 survey details the complex network of ephemeral drainages, including Salt Wash and Dry Lake Wash, that define the erosion patterns of the region. Local springs and tanks, such as Horse Bench Res E Spr, show the historical necessity of securing water sources in this arid stretch of eastern Utah.