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2016 Map of Junction Butte

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Junction Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Kremmling and the surrounding ranching and riparian lands of Grand County are detailed in this survey, where the Colorado River meets a complex network of irrigation systems and mountain tributaries. The map documents an intricate water management landscape, including the Barger Ditch, Kenny Barger Ditch, and Big Lake Ditch, which redirect water from the river and Troublesome Cr to support the local agricultural economy. Just east of the primary townsite, the small settlement of Troublesome sits near the confluence of its namesake creek and the river.

Distinctive geological formations like Junction Butte and Red Mtn rise above the river valley, providing significant landmarks for navigating the high-country terrain. Transportation and infrastructure are anchored by Mc Elroy Airfield and a web of state highways and county roads, such as Co HWY 33 and Co HWY 201. Notable water storage features, including Moore Reservoir and Taussig Reservoir Number 1, illustrate the ongoing importance of water rights and storage in this high-altitude environment.