2023 Map of Jessies Twist

About this map

Gunnison Valley and the surrounding desert landscape dominate this western section of the San Rafael Swell area, where the San Rafael River cuts through the southwest corner near Hatt Ranch. The map reveals a complex system of drainage and water management, including the Ninemile Reservoir and Trail Reservoir, which capture runoff from seasonal waterways like Ninemile Wash and Fivemile Wash. The presence of the W Ninemile/Acerson Mine indicates the region's historical industrial activity, while modern transit corridors follow earlier routes, such as Old Hwy Hanksville. This modern survey provides a detailed look at the land's transition from early agricultural and mining use to its current state of managed resources and rural connectivity north of the Green River.