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1960 Map of Juanita Arch

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Juanita Arch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Dolores River cuts a deep path through this canyon-dominated landscape of Mesa County, revealing a mid-century period of active mineral extraction. High above the riverbanks, the terrain is defined by massive tablelands like Sewemup Mesa, Tenderfoot Mesa, and Flat Top Mesa, which provided the backdrop for numerous mining operations. Prospectors and geologists will find several named workings scattered across the high ground, including the Mother Dee Mine, Nielson Mine, and the Depression Mines.

In the southern reaches of the map, the landscape shifts toward the unique geology of Sinbad Valley and the winding course of Salt Creek. Distinctive landmarks such as Juanita Arch and Cone Mtn serve as navigational anchors amidst a network of primitive transportation routes, indicated by the various Jeep Trails that provided the only access into these remote canyon reaches during the 1960s. The map also documents several smaller prospects like the Mica Mine and Little Maverick Mines, reflecting the region's diverse geology.