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2017 Map of Jessies Twist

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Jessies Twist
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Gunnison Valley and the surrounding desert landscape are defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and early industrial access routes. The San Rafael River cuts through the southwestern corner, near the Hatt Reservoir, while the rest of the terrain is marked by significant washes like Ninemile Wash, Fivemile Wash, and Saleratus Wash.

Transport and extraction history is evident in the naming of local landmarks and roads. The presence of the W Ninemile/Acerson Mine and the various access spurs such as W Jessies Twist and the Ninemile Res Loop suggest a landscape shaped by mining and water management. Modern infrastructure intersects with older routes like Old Hwy Hanksville, providing a clear view of how transit through this part of Emery County has evolved over time.