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1960 Map of Juanita Arch

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Juanita Arch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The Dolores River cuts a deep, winding path through this portion of Mesa County, carving through a landscape dominated by massive uplifted plateaus. Prominent landforms such as Tenderfoot Mesa, Flat Top Mesa, and Calamity Mesa define the local topography, while the geological wonder Juanita Arch stands as a landmark above the river canyon. This area shows a distinct history of mineral exploration, with several named mining operations concentrated in the side canyons.

Industrial activity is evidenced by the Mother Dee Mine in Cave Canyon and the Little Maverick Mines near Little Maverick Canyon. To the southwest, the Sinbad Valley provides a stark contrast to the surrounding heights. Access to these remote sites during this era relied on a network of primitive routes, including several stretches labeled as Jeep Trail, which connected the various extraction points like the Copper Rivet Mine and Nugget Mine to the broader region.