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2022 Map of Hotchkiss Reservoir

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Hotchkiss Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The high plateau and drainage basins of the Uncompahgre National Forest define this landscape on the border of Montrose and San Miguel counties. This area is characterized by an extensive network of water management features, including the Hotchkiss Reservoir, Barnes Mill Reservoir, and Section 7 Reservoir, which were essential for sustaining high-altitude land use. The terrain is marked by distinct landmarks like Coyote Knob and Clear Creek Point, providing a framework for the historic routes that traverse the region.

Transportation through this high country relies on a mix of rugged trails and forest roads. The Rim Trl, Horse Thief Trl, and Sanborn Park Road Trl suggest a long history of pack travel and early access to remote grazing or timber areas. Numerous natural springs, such as Galloway Spring and Tommy Pond Spring, appear alongside seasonal watercourses like Horsefly Cr, highlighting the critical importance of reliable water sources in this arid environment.