2013 Map of Hunter Mesa

About this map

Hunter Mesa and the surrounding high country of Garfield County are defined by a complex network of agricultural irrigation, as seen in this 2013 survey. The landscape is etched with vital water infrastructure, including the Multa Trina Ditch, Highline Ditch, and Porter Ditch, which divert water from the various branches of Mamm Creek to support the area's ranching operations. These engineered waterways contrast with the natural drainage patterns of Dry Hollow Creek and Alkali Creek, illustrating the long-standing human effort to manage water in the arid Colorado West.