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2011 Map of Johnson Lakes

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Johnson Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The settlement of Johnson and the high desert outpost of The Seeps anchor this landscape of deep canyons and massive escarpments. The terrain is defined by the dramatic rise of the Vermilion Cliffs and Shinarump Cliffs, where seasonal drainages like Johnson Wash and Seaman Wash cut through the arid floor. This 2011 survey details the complex geography of the Wygaret Terrace and the intricate network of canyons, including Flood Canyon and the evocatively named Glass Eye Canyon.

Remote landmarks such as Eagle Gate Arch and Hells Bellows indicate a landscape shaped by significant geological activity and erosion. Human passage is traced via the N Johnson Canyon Rd and the N Crescent Butte Trl, providing access to isolated points like Flag Point and Pioneer Gap. The presence of the Johnson Lakes at the head of Johnson Lakes Canyon illustrates the crucial and sparse water resources that dictated the placement of early ranching and homesteading efforts in this corner of Kane County.